Maria Moreno Cornejo

(She / Her / Ella)

Accepting Clients

Compassionate, trauma-informed LMFT with 8+ years of experience. I meet you where you are and help you move toward meaningful change.

Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California

Free Initial Consultation

Book consultation

Free 15-minute call, no obligation.

Services

  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve spent a long time trying to navigate things on your own. I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard, understood, and accepted—not judged. With over 8 years of experience in mental health, I’ve worked with adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, severe mental health concerns, life transitions, and relationship challenges. My approach is compassionate, empathetic, collaborative, and trauma-informed..

My Background and Approach

With over 8 years of experience in mental health, I have worked extensively with underserved and diverse communities, including adults experiencing severe and persistent mental health concerns and those navigating mental health crises. My experience has taught me the importance of meeting each person where they are, understanding the impact of culture and lived experience, and providing care that is compassionate, practical, and culturally responsive. My approach is trauma-informed, person-centered, and collaborative, working alongside you to identify your goals and develop an approach that feels right for you. I incorporate CBT, solution-focused therapy, behavioral activation, cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, grounding, emotional regulation, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based interventions. My goal is for you to leave therapy not only feeling heard and understood, but also equipped with practical tools, greater self-awareness, and skills you can continue using ongoing

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to experience therapy, feel heard, and have a safe space to work through the challenges they are facing. You don’t have to wait until things feel unbearable to seek support. I believe therapy should be compassionate, inclusive, culturally responsive, and free of judgment. Everyone’s story and healing journey is different, and I believe in meeting you where you are, honoring your experiences, and working collaboratively to help you better understand yourself, work through challenges, build meaningful skills, and create lasting change.

Techniques I Use

Specialties

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Culturally Sensitive Therapy Humanistic Therapy

Other Techniques

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Trauma Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties

Anxiety Depression Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Client Focus

Languages
English, Español

Qualifications

License
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, State of California · #156414
Years in practice
7 years

I offer online counseling in the following states:

Hours & Availability

New clients welcome
Currently accepting new clients
Telehealth
Available

At A Glance

  • Experience: 7 years of practice
  • Languages: English, Español
  • Rate: $125/session

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