- Person-centered care
- Strengths focused
- Practical tools
About Maria
Maria Britt is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with two decades of experience in the mental health field. She offers straightforward, compassionate care for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, and life changes. Her tone is down-to-earth and focused on practical support.
Britt uses an eclectic, person-centered approach that values each person's strengths and goals. She combines cognitive-behavioral ideas, mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, and reality-based strategies to tailor sessions to what clients need. Worksheets or short exercises are sometimes assigned to promote insight and skill-building.
She has worked across many clinical settings and with adults and adolescents on concerns that include addiction and recovery, trauma and abuse, grief, bipolar disorder, anger, self-esteem, and career issues. Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Mississippi State University, and an Ed.S. in Educational and Counseling Psychology from the University of Missouri.
In sessions she aims to create a respectful, non-judgmental space where people can process feelings, gain clarity, and plan steps forward. Some people come for listening and validation. Others want focused strategies to manage symptoms or make decisions. Maria adjusts pace and style to each person’s comfort level.
She emphasizes empowerment and resiliency, helping people recognize their resources and build practical coping skills. When you’re ready, she offers guidance to help you move toward clearer goals and improved daily functioning.
How evidence-based techniques work in online therapy
Maria uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical steps. Cognitive-behavioral methods help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Mindfulness practices teach simple awareness and breathing exercises to manage stress and reactivity. Brief solution-focused work zeroes in on specific goals and small, achievable steps to move forward.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Maria collaborates with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts pace and homework so work between sessions feels manageable and relevant.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Practical benefits often include easier scheduling around work and family, shorter check-ins when needed, and options that can reduce travel time. Many people find online sessions help them keep therapy consistent while fitting into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Mississippi, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting issues, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is down-to-earth, warm, and empathetic. She uses a person-centered, strengths-based approach and blends practical techniques to match each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
Maria has 20 years of experience working in the mental health field and has worked with a range of concerns and client needs.
Which credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and practices from Mississippi.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.