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Maria Ward

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

I am licensed in the state of California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse. I am also certified in “Trauma Focus” a treatment modality to treat trauma. I have experience working with parents who might be having parenting challenges, anger management, depression, mood shifts, challenges with interpersonal relationships. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming and manage life’s challenges. I am here to support you and provide you with additional tools to support your in this journey. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage, by taking the first step, is the first and most important step. I will be here to support you, collaborate, listen and provide you the support that you need.

Tengo mas de 13 anos de terapista, mantengo mi liensiatura en el statdo de California. Tengo experiencia y proeido el suporte a varias populaciones que sufren de estres, anxieda, trauma, Tanbien estoy certificada en la modalidad llamada “Trauma Focus” para tratar a personas que han sufrido de trauma. Tengo experiencia trabajando con familias, padres que esten pasando por etapas con sus hijos dificiles, con parejas que tienen y quieren estableser una familia con sus hijos de las dos partes. Tengo experiencia trabajando con personas que sufren de adiciones, problemas en manejar sus emociones como el coraje, frustracion, depression. Aqui estoy para darte el suporte, proveer las destreszas que nesesites y trabajar juntos para que alcanzes tus metas y objectivos. Tu eres el experto de tu hisotria, yo aqui estoy para darte el suporte que tu nesesitas y quieras obtener, estoy qui para darte ese suporte durante tu camino. El primer paso, es el mas importante, darte tienpo para ti y empesar es el primer paso.

Years Experience: 13
Location: California, United States
Accepting New Clients: No
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: Yes
NPI Number: 1184932006
Credentials: CA LMFT 98143
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Licenses: LMFT (California) #98143 exp 2026-05-31
List of Specialties: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Anger, Depression, Addictions, Relationship, Family, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating, Parenting, Self esteem, Career, Bipolar, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Spanish, Black therapist, Therapist of color, Female therapist, Older, Non-religious, Conservative therapist, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: Yes
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Maria Ward

Trauma-focused California Marriage and Family Therapist
  • 13 years’ experience
  • Trauma Focus certified
  • Parent and family support

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About

Maria Ward is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (CA LMFT 98143) with 13 years of clinical experience. She is certified in the Trauma Focus modality and has worked extensively with people coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse.

Her practice includes support for parenting challenges, family and relationship concerns, anger management, depression and mood shifts. Maria also has experience addressing addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, grief, self-esteem and career-related stress.

She works with clients navigating bipolar symptoms, ADHD, compassion fatigue and other life transitions, offering practical tools and collaborative support. Maria provides services in both English and Spanish and partners with clients to build on their strengths while developing strategies to meet their goals.

Maria views each person as the expert of their own story and focuses on listening, collaborating and offering skills to help manage life’s challenges. She recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and is committed to supporting clients through that first and every subsequent step.

Location: California, United States
Years Experience: 13
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English, Spanish
Therapist of Color: Yes
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Ready To Start Your Journey?

Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: No
Accepting International Clients: Yes

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 98143
  • NPI Number: 1184932006
  • License: LMFT (California) #98143 exp 2026-05-31

Is Online Therapy the Right Fit for Your Needs?

For many common concerns – such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles or adapting to life changes – online therapy has been shown to be as effective as traditional in-person sessions. This approach can be a practical option for people seeking help for these types of issues.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the communication method that suits them best: video sessions, phone calls, live chat or in-app messaging. That flexibility makes it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to access care from different locations.

All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients have the option to change therapists if they seek a different fit. For many individuals, online therapy provides an accessible and effective way to work on mental health and life challenges with a trained therapist.

How much experience does Maria Ward have?

Maria Ward has 13 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Maria Ward a licensed therapist?

Yes. Maria Ward is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California (CA LMFT 98143).

In which languages does Maria Ward provide therapy?

Maria Ward provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Maria Ward located?

Maria Ward is located in California.

How can I work with Maria Ward as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Ward by Phone, Video, Live Chat or Messaging.

Does Maria Ward work with international clients?

Maria Ward does work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Ward cost?

Session costs can vary by location and availability. Therapy sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

To begin, click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a brief questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat or in-app messaging.

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