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Maricsa Evans

Therapist · California

Maricsa Evans

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Stress and Life Purpose

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Experience
12 years
Based in
California
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • CBT techniques
  • Mindfulness tools
  • Solution-focused work

About Maricsa

Maricsa Evans is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with 12 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, low self-esteem, and life changes. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear communication rather than abstract theory. She works in English and does not accept international clients. Maricsa blends cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness and solution-focused work. She talks through patterns of thinking that contribute to anxiety and stress. She also helps people practice simple mindfulness exercises to reduce reactivity and increase calm. When grief or loss is present, she offers ways to cope that respect the pace each person needs. Her approach centers on building skills people can use between sessions. That includes communication strategies for relationship problems and tools to rebuild confidence after life transitions. She pays attention to caregiver stress and issues many women and young adults face. Life purpose is an area she supports for those feeling stuck or questioning what comes next. Maricsa aims to keep sessions direct and goal-oriented. She uses solution-focused techniques to identify small changes that bring immediate relief. Trauma-focused methods are used when past events continue to affect daily functioning. To begin, a client completes a short matching questionnaire and schedules a first session. The program uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary with location. Confirm current session formats before booking.

License and NPI on record

LMFT
California · 48838

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Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Maricsa commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches brief attention and breathing practices to lower reactivity and increase presence during difficult moments.

She also applies Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear, achievable goals. That approach looks for small steps that lead to noticeable improvements and is useful when someone wants concrete next moves. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs and preferences rather than imposing a single approach.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before scheduling since the biography does not list formats explicitly. Many people find online work useful because it can fit around work or caregiving obligations, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. Licensed professionals including Maricsa adapt exercises and communication strategies so skill practice can continue between meetings and during everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, life purpose, self-love, women's issues, and young adult concerns.

How does she approach someone feeling stuck?

She uses a mix of cognitive behavioral work, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques to identify thinking patterns and small changes that can reduce feeling stuck. Therapy emphasizes practical skills to try between sessions.

How much experience does she have?

She has 12 years of professional experience working with the listed concerns. That experience includes supporting people through transitions and relationship challenges.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is an LMFT licensed in California. Her practice and services are provided from California.

In what language are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.

What session formats are available?

The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are sessions priced?

Costs vary with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling your first session.

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