Maritza Villacis, LCSW
- Trauma and grief care
- Stress and anxiety
- Bilingual English Spanish
About Maritza Villacis
Her approach blends several therapeutic techniques, including Client-Centered work, Cognitive Behavioral methods, Mindfulness practices, Supportive therapy, and Narrative therapy. She combines practical strategies with empathetic listening to help clients make sense of painful experiences and develop coping skills. Guided by her personal spirituality, she focuses on helping others move through obstacles with purpose and resilience.
Maritza invites clients who are committed to beginning a healing process and offers steady support along the way. She strives to respond to messages as quickly as possible and, while there may be rare times when she is unavailable, she follows up on emergent concerns. Flexibility is important to her and she works with clients to find days and times that fit both schedules. She is available for phone and video sessions only and often reminds clients of the impact of emotional connection by quoting Maya Angelou: people will never forget how you made them feel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Maritza Villacis have?
Maritza Villacis has 15 years of experience.
Is Maritza Villacis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. License details: NY LCSW 088011.
In which languages does Maritza Villacis provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Maritza Villacis located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Maritza Villacis as my therapist?
You can work with Maritza Villacis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Maritza Villacis work with international clients?
Maritza Villacis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maritza Villacis 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 with therapy 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 and Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and replace them with more balanced thoughts and practical behaviors. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy focuses on present-moment awareness and simple practices that reduce reactivity and promote emotional regulation, which can help with rumination, sleep issues, and coping with life changes. Emotionally-Focused Therapy, or EFT, concentrates on emotional experiences and attachment needs, making it useful for relationship difficulties and improving emotional connection between partners.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Maritza collaborates with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they determine which methods or combination of methods will be most helpful. This collaborative process can evolve over time as goals and circumstances change.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and additional options such as live chat or text-based messaging provide alternative ways to connect between sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life transitions, and access licensed professionals from wherever the client is located within the therapist's service area.