Maria Zavala
Warm, culturally responsive therapy for life and relationships
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About
Maria Zavala is a Texas-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 13 years of counseling experience supporting people through difficult and meaningful seasons of life. Her work is grounded in compassion and cultural responsiveness, with a strong focus on trauma recovery, family dynamics, and women’s mental health. She helps clients navigate concerns such as depression, relationship conflict, and major life transitions, while also making space to process past experiences that may still be shaping the present.
Her style is warm and integrative, taking time to understand each person’s cultural background, values, and personal story. Maria is especially committed to working with young adults, multicultural communities, and individuals facing intimacy-related concerns or other deeply personal challenges. She supports clients who are trying to strengthen family relationships, manage parenting stress, and move forward through change with greater clarity and resilience.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, Maria offers a supportive setting where clients can explore patterns, build coping skills, and work toward growth that feels authentic and sustainable. She also provides therapy in both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a wide range of clients with care and understanding.
Her style is warm and integrative, taking time to understand each person’s cultural background, values, and personal story. Maria is especially committed to working with young adults, multicultural communities, and individuals facing intimacy-related concerns or other deeply personal challenges. She supports clients who are trying to strengthen family relationships, manage parenting stress, and move forward through change with greater clarity and resilience.
Drawing from evidence-based practices, Maria offers a supportive setting where clients can explore patterns, build coping skills, and work toward growth that feels authentic and sustainable. She also provides therapy in both English and Spanish, helping her connect with a wide range of clients with care and understanding.
- Location:
- Texas, United States
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English, Spanish
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Depression
Other areas of experience: Blended family issues, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LMFT 202184
- NPI Number: 1588080659
- License: LMFT (Texas)
Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Maria Zavala draws from several established therapy approaches to support clients working through depression, relationship stress, family concerns, and recovery from difficult experiences. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, respectful space where clients can talk openly, clarify what matters most, and feel understood while moving at a pace that fits them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It can be especially helpful for noticing unhelpful patterns, practicing new coping skills, and creating practical steps toward change in daily life. Mindfulness Therapy adds tools for building present-moment awareness, which can help clients relate differently to stress, strong emotions, and recurring worries.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Maria collaborates with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what has or has not been helpful in the past, then shapes sessions to match the support that fits best.
Online therapy also offers flexibility. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to access consistent support and keep therapy aligned with real-life schedules.
How much experience does Maria Zavala have?
Maria Zavala has 13 years of experience providing therapy.
Is Maria Zavala a licensed therapist?
Yes. Maria Zavala is licensed as an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) in Texas. Her license is TX LMFT 202184.
In which languages does Maria Zavala provide therapy?
Maria Zavala provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Maria Zavala located?
Maria Zavala is located in Texas.
How can I work with Maria Zavala as my therapist?
You can work with Maria Zavala through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Maria Zavala work with international clients?
No. Maria Zavala does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maria Zavala 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.