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Maria Mir, LMFT

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 14 reviews
Speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Maria Mir is a very helpful counselor. We identified goals to work and and once addressed she helped me navigate through them via exercise, writing and scheduling sessions.

Reviewed November 2019

I'm really enjoying my sessions with Maria. We're only 3 weeks in but I already feel like she's going to help me a lot. She's extremely encouraging and it really feels like I have someone in my corner.

Reviewed December 2019

More about Maria

  • 18 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMFT

Are you a working professional who is just feeling the stressors of work and everyday life? It’s hard to be able to juggle it all and still somehow try to find time for yourself. Sometimes life just feels like a lot, bad day at work, a fight with a partner or loved one, difficult day with the kids, a triggered emotion that came out of nowhere, or just not enough time in the day to get everything done.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over fifteen years of experience in the field. I work with adults who have difficulty in their day-to-day life, including work stress, motherhood, burn out, and relationship issues. I also incorporate trauma and inner child work.

Let’s sit down together and sort it all out. I’m a non-judgmental ear to listen, a sounding board to bounce ideas off, and a safe space for you to have a moment to just be.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Avoidant personality Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Immigration issues Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Gottman Method
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Maria Mir's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629302195.

  • LMFT · California · 51904 · Expires November 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 Mir

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

Overall rating:

4.5

14 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Listens Great Recommend Amazing Anxiety Confidence Encouraging Grateful Support

Maria Mir is a very helpful counselor. We identified goals to work and and once addressed she helped me navigate through them via exercise, writing and scheduling sessions.

Reviewed November 2019

I'm really enjoying my sessions with Maria. We're only 3 weeks in but I already feel like she's going to help me a lot. She's extremely encouraging and it really feels like I have someone in my corner.

Reviewed December 2019

She's sweet and attentive. I've been able to work through the issues I wasn't to work on with relative ease. Not once did I feel judged during any of of sessions.

Reviewed November 2019

Dr. Mir is the second counselor I have worked with on BH and I am grateful to have found her. I appreciate how well she tracks progress towards our goals during our sessions and remembers the details of our conversations. She provides worksheets and offers a range of support opportunities that are tangible and valuable. She is responsive and reliable. I would highly recommend working with her!

Reviewed November 2019

Maria is easy to talk to and very understanding. She's patient and offers good feedback. She makes me feel like I have someone to confide in about my issues and concerns. I really appreciate her help.

Reviewed November 2019

Maria has helped me gain self confidence in myself and deal with a lot of my anxiety. I feel like she really listens in order to get to the heart of the problem and helps you grow by guiding you from there. I originally started seeing her due to a break up and I was uncomfortable being single and alone. Now I feel like I can be on my own two feet. She's helping me work on multiple facets of my life. I absolutely recommend her.

Reviewed September 2019

Maria is a great therapist. She listens to what you want and helps by giving you the tools to get you there. she really listens in homes in on the problems that are bothering you and the underlying reasons behind them. I would recommend Maria to anybody dealing with anxiety and depression.

Reviewed September 2019

Two years ago, Following a cascade of major changes in my life, I had lost myself and was hopeless. I lost my direction and was emotionally and mentally exhausted. That’s when I decided to seek therapy. Maria has helped me see the light at the end of the tunnel. She held a giant mirror and allowed me to look into myself, It was one of the best decisions I ever made. Now I have crossed that tunnel. And I am basking in the glory of self awareness. Such a liberating and profound feeling! Maria is very considerate and understood the nuances of my culture and factors that into her point of view. It’s a true blessing, and for that I am eternally grateful.

Reviewed August 2019

I’ve been with BetterHelp for probably the last 6 months or so. I was matched with Maria as my counselor and it’s worked out fine for me. She responds quickly and her schedule has been pretty accommodating. She is honest and she asks the right questions to counsel me best. I appreciate her knowledge and professionalism.

Reviewed August 2019

Mrs. Mir has been very different from any of the other therapists I have ever known. She has given me tools and an up front yet realistic view to approaching my own personal issues. Thank you, Mrs. Mir, for all the hard work and support.

Reviewed August 2019

Maria is an amazing counselor. She listens and guides me in achieving my goals. She is extremely supportive and asks thoughtful questions. I feel encouraged, relieved, better and hopeful after our sessions.

Reviewed May 2019

Maria is a great counselor; when you share your thoughts and concerns, you really do feel like you are being heard. She actually seems like she cares when she checks up on you and she always has the right exercises and encouragement that are needed to tackle your problems.

Reviewed December 2018

Very friendly, and can empathize with me. Has great variety of ideas to give to achieve goals.

Reviewed November 2017

Maria is very supportive and encouraging. She has been excellent to respond and her responses have been well considered and have made me see things from a different perspective. A lot of the time, when I suffer from issues of the mind, I get lost in there and end up alone, berating myself for perceived flaws. Since beginning with Maria, I feel I've got someone to let in and help me tidy up the place, a confidant and adviser and someone to give me confidence in my choices and keep me on point when I flounder.

Reviewed November 2017

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Frequently asked questions

Does Maria Mir offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Maria Mir 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 Mir speak?

Maria Mir speaks English, Hindi, and Urdu.

How many years of experience does Maria Mir have?

Maria Mir has 18 years of experience.

Where is Maria Mir licensed to practice?

Maria Mir is licensed to practice in California.

Does Maria Mir accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Maria Mir does not accept 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 Mir offer?

Maria Mir offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Psychodynamic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Maria Mir?

Maria Mir 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 Mir?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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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.