Maria Slaughter, LISW, LCSW, CSW
- LGBTQ and HIV support
- Hospice and grief care
- Client-centered strengths approach
About Maria Slaughter
Maria’s practice emphasizes a client-centered, strengths-based approach that prioritizes an accepting, nonjudgmental space for exploring identity, sexuality, intimacy-related concerns, and self-esteem. She also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, anger, and life transitions such as college, career shifts, adoption and foster care matters, and hospice planning. Her background includes roles at the Cleveland LGBT Community Center, Recovery Resources as an HIV linkage specialist and program coordinator, and Care Alliance providing behavioral health counseling for people without stable housing.
Maria earned a Master’s degree in Social Administration from Case Western University, a Bachelor’s degree from Cleveland State University, and an Associate degree in Liberal Arts from Cuyahoga Community College. She currently works full time as a Hospice Social Worker in the Atlanta area and offers a warm, goal-focused style aimed at reducing stress and building resilience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Maria Slaughter have?
Maria has 7 years of experience in social work and counseling.
Is Maria Slaughter a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds these credentials: LISW, LCSW, CSW. License details: OH LISW I.2002410, GA LCSW CSW008031.
In which languages does Maria Slaughter provide therapy?
Maria provides therapy in English.
Where is Maria Slaughter located?
Maria is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Maria Slaughter as my therapist?
You can work with Maria through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Maria Slaughter work with international clients?
Yes, Maria works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maria Slaughter cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches for Online Sessions
Maria draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness techniques to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening without judgment and helping clients set their own goals - it is useful for identity exploration, relationship concerns, and building self-esteem. CBT helps identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve coping with life changes. Mindfulness therapy teaches people to notice thoughts and bodily sensations with gentle attention, supporting stress reduction and emotional regulation.
Finding the right approach is collaborative - Maria works with each person to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time based on progress and feedback. This flexible, team-based process helps ensure therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single model.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer practical benefits such as scheduling flexibility, easier access for those living far from providers, and the ability to continue care during life transitions. Licensed professionals and therapists can deliver effective support through these formats while adapting exercises and homework to suit remote delivery.