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Maria Pulley, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 12 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

I went to several therapists and finally found my home with Maria. I feel like she really understands me.

Reviewed April 2022

Maria has helped me immensely on my journey to self awareness. When I first met her I had severe anxiety, low confidence, and lacked assertiveness but with every session I felt as if I was able to finally take a deep breathe of fresh air. My mind began to clear and I gained a profound understanding of myself. I’m truly grateful to have been matched with Maria.

Reviewed April 2022

More about Maria

  • 5 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

Maria Pulley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan. She practiced social work in community mental health for over seven years where she gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating mental illness. Maria personally understands the significant impact of social work in her life. As a single parent and full time student she depended on government assistance and social services for many years. Her personal experiences as well as her associates degree in Mental Health, influenced her decision to practice social work as a career. Her mission is to empower every individual that she encounters to be able to help themselves through difficult times and situations. She sees every individual as experts in their own lives and is dedicated to promoting personal growth and enhancing well-being.

Specialties

Depression

Grief and Loss

Sexual Abuse

Anxiety, Stress

Self esteem, confidence

Additional experience, Crisis Resolution, Overcoming past trauma, Becoming more assertive, responding to sudden life changes, overcoming childhood trauma, relationship issues, women issues

Maria is experienced with the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Task Centered Therapy and Behavioral Therapy.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Addictions Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Post-traumatic stress Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Maria Pulley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831512912.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801109824 · Expires May 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Maria Pulley

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

12 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Understands Anxiety Caring Genuine Understanding Thank you A great therapist Attentive

I went to several therapists and finally found my home with Maria. I feel like she really understands me.

Reviewed April 2022

Maria has helped me immensely on my journey to self awareness. When I first met her I had severe anxiety, low confidence, and lacked assertiveness but with every session I felt as if I was able to finally take a deep breathe of fresh air. My mind began to clear and I gained a profound understanding of myself. I’m truly grateful to have been matched with Maria.

Reviewed April 2022

Maria has helped me immensely already. She is very patient, caring and understanding. She has helped me reflect on my past trauma in a way that helps me accept and move past it. I am beginning to regain a sense of control in my life thanks to her guidance. I still have a long journey ahead of me, but I now believe that the challenges ahead are surmountable.

Reviewed January 2022

Maria has a great way of making you feel heard, understood, and validates what you share. She provides and unique perspective on issues in a way that challenges you to think in a way that you don't normally.

Reviewed January 2022

Only a few sessions but she is very attentive to the issues and offers good sound advice.

Reviewed November 2021

Maria is a great therapist! From my first session, I was able to connect with her and open up about the experiences that were challenging my mental health. This feeling of ease helped me to understand the tools I needed to feel comfortable in my self and achieve my goals. I would recommend Maria to anyone who suffers from low moods, stress and anxiety.

Reviewed November 2021

I loved my first session! Thank you for your help!

Reviewed November 2021

Maria has helped overcome many of my personal issues in short period of time. She is very caring and the thing I like most about her is she tells what you need to hear not what you want to hear. She is a very genuine person and I thoroughly enjoy and look forward to talking to her every week!

Reviewed September 2021

Maria is a great counselor and guide. She’s not over the top with and understands the root of everything shared.

Reviewed September 2021

It’s been a pleasure working with Maria so far. I have found it so easy to open up and discuss things I haven’t been able too. Maria is warm, friendly, supportive and a great therapist. Thank you!

Reviewed September 2021

I first met with Maria while I was going through a really dark time in my life. I was struggling with alcoholism, and nearly lost my family due to this. Our sessions helped guide me through the process of getting and staying sober, and all the feelings and emotions that go along with that. We also dealt with the relationship side of things. I am happy to say that I followed her advice, I'm still sober, my family is back with me, and we're enjoying our lives together more than ever. Thanks Maria!

Reviewed July 2021

Maria is truly what anyone looks for in a therapist. She shows compassion, understands you and gives you the honest advice you would like to hear and her words are genuine.

Reviewed July 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Maria Pulley offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Maria Pulley works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Maria Pulley speak?

Maria Pulley speaks English.

How many years of experience does Maria Pulley have?

Maria Pulley has 5 years of experience.

Where is Maria Pulley licensed to practice?

Maria Pulley is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Maria Pulley accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Maria Pulley accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Maria Pulley offer?

Maria Pulley offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Maria Pulley?

Maria Pulley can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Maria Pulley?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.