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Online therapist

Mari Flores

Practical support for family and personal growth

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
10 years
Licensed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Format
Online sessions

About Mari

Mari Flores is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on family and parenting concerns alongside stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges. She speaks English and Spanish and brings ten years of experience to sessions. Mari aims to create a space where parents and caregivers can talk through hard moments and build clearer ways to manage daily stress.

Mari believes people know their own story and already hold strengths to draw on.

Background and approach

In sessions she helps clients notice those strengths and use them to face obstacles. She talks through practical steps, communication patterns, and self-care habits that make everyday life feel more manageable. Her work often centers on improving family interactions and repairing communication problems.

She also supports those dealing with low motivation, confidence, and emotional overwhelm. Mari emphasizes steady, achievable goals rather than quick fixes. Clients can expect a supportive, down-to-earth approach that respects each person's pace.

She encourages small changes that add up and helps people practice new ways of relating and responding at home. Mari is licensed in California as an LCSW, license number CA LCSW 88265. She offers sessions in both English and Spanish and uses multiple online formats to make therapy fit into busy family schedules.

Therapeutic techniques and flexible online care

Mari uses evidence-based approaches that focus on practical change. One common method helps clients identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and then practice different responses in daily life. This approach is useful for stress, anxiety, and low mood because it breaks big problems into manageable steps.

Another approach concentrates on communication skills and family interaction. It teaches clear ways to share needs, set boundaries, and reduce conflict so home life runs more smoothly. That method often helps parents and caregivers build routines and repair strained relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person or family about goals and preferences, then choose strategies together. This collaborative process helps tailor techniques to what will actually fit a client's life.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging to make scheduling easier. These formats let parents connect from home, coordinate around childcare, and continue work between meetings. The goal is to make therapy accessible and practical while maintaining consistent progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Mari address?
She works with stress, anxiety, family issues, self-esteem, and depression, with additional focus on communication problems, self-love, women's issues, and young adult issues.
What is her general therapeutic style?
She emphasizes practical steps and clear communication. Sessions focus on identifying strengths and practicing new ways to handle day-to-day challenges.
How much experience does she have?
Mari has ten years of professional experience working with people facing stress, mood concerns, and family conflicts.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California with license number CA LCSW 88265.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; she practices with clients located in California.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule.

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Experience
10 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English, Spanish

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