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Dr. Marcela Mejia

Supportive psychologist for family and parenting stress

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Credentials
VA Psychologist 0810007195, FL Psychologist PY10641
Experience
25 years
Licensed in
Florida, Virginia
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
Online sessions

About Marcela

Dr. Marcela Mejia welcomes parents and adults who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, or major life changes. She presents a calm, straightforward presence and speaks English and Spanish.

Many people come seeking practical help with mood, addictive behaviors, parenting concerns, or problems that affect daily functioning. Her opening aim is to make it easier to talk about what’s happening and set small, useful goals together. She trained and practiced as a clinical psychologist in Florida and Virginia and brings 25 years of experience in clinic and independent practice settings.

Background and approach

Her background includes assessment and therapy across a wide range of challenges. She draws from several well-established therapies and adapts them to the person in front of her rather than using a single fixed method. In sessions she focuses on clear, collaborative work.

The therapist and client identify specific goals and track progress. Conversations often include skills practice, behavior changes, and looking at personal values to guide action. She emphasizes building coping skills that people can use between sessions.

Dr. Mejia works with adults and adolescents on issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns, relationship difficulties, and parenting stress. She also supports people facing medical illness, caregiving burdens, or complicated grief.

Her approach balances practical tools with attention to the person’s values and life story. She maintains licensure as a Florida Psychologist, PY10641, and a Virginia Psychologist, 0810007195. Sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging for flexibility.

Those who prefer Spanish may speak with her in that language.

How her methods translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people name what matters most and take small steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and setbacks that make action feel difficult. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions so people can test ideas and change unhelpful patterns. CBT works well for anxiety, mood problems, and managing stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy, EFT, focuses on emotional patterns in close relationships and helps people learn new ways to connect and respond to one another.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss what feels most helpful and adjust methods to fit each person’s goals and preferences. This collaboration helps shape sessions so they feel relevant and doable.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These choices allow people to fit therapy into busy lives and to use the format that feels most comfortable. Sessions can focus on skills practice, real-time coaching, or problem-solving between appointments, making it easier to apply what is learned at home or during daily routines.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns, addictions, grief, parenting stress, relationship and intimacy issues, and other life transitions.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. She helps set clear goals, teaches coping skills, and uses conversations to guide behavior change.
What is her clinical background?
She has 25 years of experience working in clinics and independent practice and has treated a wide range of mental health concerns.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She holds licensure as a Florida Psychologist, PY10641, and a Virginia Psychologist, 0810007195, and practices from Florida.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients; services are provided within the regions covered by her licensure.
How are sessions delivered and what formats exist?
Therapy is available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different schedules and needs.
How does payment and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and scheduling and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.

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Experience
25 years
Licensed
Florida, Virginia
Languages
English, Spanish

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