Maricela Nunez

Maricela Nunez is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and grief. She brings 11 years of experience to conversations about healing and personal growth. Her approach centers on listening to each person's story and building on strengths they already have.

She uses practical strategies to address unhelpful thoughts and patterns. Small, doable steps often make daily life feel more manageable. Maricela also draws on mindfulness techniques to help people notice what is happening in the moment without judgment.

As a first generation Latina, she pays attention to how culture and family history shape coping and identity. That background informs gentle exploration of generational or past wounds. Maricela encourages clients to take the time they need to understand how those experiences show up now.

Her work includes supporting people through grief, forgiveness, guilt, shame, and social anxiety. Isolation and loneliness are included among the focus areas she addresses. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical tools, and building confidence for everyday challenges.

People can expect straightforward conversation, collaborative problem solving, and encouragement to notice small changes. The aim is steady progress rather than overnight fixes, with attention to what matters most to each person.

How CBT and Mindfulness translate to online therapy

Maricela commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her practice. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting thoughts and behaviors that keep stress and anxiety going, with practical exercises people can try between meetings. Mindfulness Therapy teaches paying attention to the present moment and using simple breath or noticing practices to reduce reactivity and calm the mind.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Decisions about which techniques to use are collaborative and can change as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Many people find virtual sessions easier to fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make it simpler to practice skills in everyday settings and to bring real-life situations into conversation during the session.