Kind hearted. Thoughtful. Great listener. Keeps me focused on my goals for therapy.
Mauricio Mairena, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Mauricio is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Mauricio. View 48 reviews
- Great news, Mauricio is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Arizona and California
Recent reviews
Mauricio is a great therapist and is helping me.
More about Mauricio
- 20 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I received my Master in Social Work at University of Southern California in 2006. I have fifteen years experience providing therapeutic services to youth, teens, adults and families in different settings including clinics, hospitals, and private offices.
I like to take a non judgmental, collaborative and holistic approach where all areas are considered when improving an individual's quality of life. These areas include physical, mental, emotional and spiritual.
I enjoy being part of the journey of health with others.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Mauricio Mairena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740326180.
- LCSW · Arizona · LCSW-16414 · Expires September 2026
- LCSW · California · 66078 · Expires June 2026
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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Mauricio Mairena
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Kind hearted. Thoughtful. Great listener. Keeps me focused on my goals for therapy.
Mauricio is a great therapist and is helping me.
Very knowledgeable and experienced. Also relatable.
Mauricio has been amazing so far!
Mauricio has helped me greatly! Very professional, respectful and gave me tangible tools to take with me and truly helped me see things that I couldn’t see in my situation. I’m very thankful for him!
Muy buena ayuda
I have only had one session with Mauricio but he is wonderful. He sends reminders for any “homework” & responds to questions quickly. He is so easy to talk to. I highly recommend him to anyone looking for a qualified mental health professional.
So kind and friendly. He is a good listener and never loses focus for my reasons for therapy. I appreciate our sessions.
Mauricio Took time to understand my situation he listened and made good recommendations. I would recommend him.
Mauricio is the best person to talk to about my issues. He comes with a no biased and very open mindedness mentality when helping me. I felt very safe and was able to hold nothing back when talking about my issues I was having. His guidance has led me to a better life and better head space. Because of him, I highly recommended therapy to all my friend and family. He honestly changes my life, forever grateful. Thank you Mauricio
I feel like he listens and helps me feel understood and is really listening to help resolve and make changes to overcome trials and struggles to be better.
I have tried a few therapists on here but really like Mauricio. He truly cares for his clients. He responds to messages quickly (even on holidays) and shows a true understanding of things I go through. He is smart, kind, and easy to talk with
Great guy he has thought me some stuff I appreciate him dearly
Does a great job helping and understanding your issues so you can get to a better place.
Mauricio listens. He also provides real world examples and solutions to many complex issues. He is a great resource and I am happy to have found him.
Mauricio has given me hope. Before speaking with him I didn't think that things would get better. I hope that through continued conversation with him I will continue to make progress!
I feel he helps me become better and supportive on the way.
Mauricio Listens closely and gives excellent advice. He’s my favorite thus far!
Great listener and responds quickly. Is able to validate and give great perspective and care
Mauricio listens and gives very adaptive methods of coping and working towards my goals. He is great at what he does!
This is my first time in therapy and Mauricio made me feel very comfortable. He has listened to what I've needed help with and offered insight along with tools to help me. Mauricio has a very calm welcoming demeanor, and I would highly recommend him!
Therapy with Mauricio has been a great experience. He listens, understands what is going on, and gives calm responses and advice. He has helped me better understand what exactly is going on with certain situations so that I can respond in a more healthy and real way.
Mauricio was everything I was looking for in regards to a therapist. This was my first time trying therapy and I will forever use it going forward.
I have had only two sessions with Mauricio Mairena and he has been extremely helpful. He’s grateful when Sharing a males perspective to me (woman), to help better understand my husband. Giving a different perspective to certain things. So much has changed in a matter of two weeks! I applied the strategies and it has been a success! Thank you!
Mauricio was a great therapist who listened to me and was empathetic and helped me achieve my goals . I highly recommend him!
Mauricio is amazing and I highly recommend him
Compassionate and helpful.
Best therapist i’ve ever had. Thank you so much.
Thanks
He listens and performs the necessary actions .
Mauricio is an amazing listener and always helps build a reasonable plan to move forward. I feel happier than ever before and find myself better able to roll with the punches.
Great listener and understanding
So far everything is just fine. Thank you
Mauricio is very helpful!
He has really helped me.
I have finally decided to start therapy and I’m so grateful I got matched with Mauricio he has listened to every word I’ve said from the start and gives wonderful feedback with different solutions, and he creates a safe place for me to open up I would 100% recommend him!
I struggle with depression and grief, and started better help to get support and guidance with the emotions I was going through. Mauricio was an amazing counselor, giving me worksheets and tips to try. He helped give me different perspectives and guidance on how to live with my grief. I really liked how he had life stories that helped relate to what I am going through. I’m very happy with the entire experience.
Mauricio is a great listener, he makes me feel heard, understood and I always look forward to our sessions. I’m so happy I joined Better Help, I’ve already recommended it to a couple of friends.
Mauricio has been quite the difference in my feeling heard and, in the midst of hell, Safe Enough to push forward. I cannot thank Mauricio, and Everyone @ BetterHelp for affecting such Positive Change within and outside of my self. His support has been invaluable holistically.
Mauricio truly listen provides help I need . He is an asset to your company
I’ve only had two sessions but feel I’m making progress with some of my struggles!
Mauricio Mairena is kind, thoughtful, professional and an all around great resource. He challenges me in the best ways and I actually look forward to our sessions. My original therapist canceled on me the night before I first session and I was totally bummed. However, looking back now. It was all apart of Gods plan and I’m so grateful it worked out the way that they did. “All things work together for the good of them that love the Lord.” Amen.
Mauricio has a very kind and inviting presence, and his own diverse experiences made me feel very welcomed and accepted. Talking with him always left me feeling calmer and grateful for all the parts of myself that make me who I am.
Actively listens and understands my concerns
I think Mauricio is a perfect match for me. I really enjoy our weekly sessions a lot. He’s kind, empathic and a very sympathetic person. I can highly recommend him as a therapist! I’m looking forward to our future sessions! Dan
Mauricio is very kind hearted and non judgmental. I was scared to open up about my situation and being perceived in the wrong way but I never felt that once. Mauricio listened and gave me feel a sense of relief and clarity regarding my predicament. If your looking for a therapist, look no further.
Great first experience! Extremely helpful to get all of my thoughts out there and have someone narrow down the most important at the moment.
Mauricio is no nonsense, straight to the point & super chill. I appreciate his help very much :)
Frequently asked questions
Does Mauricio Mairena offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mauricio Mairena 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 Mauricio Mairena speak?
Mauricio Mairena speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Mauricio Mairena have?
Mauricio Mairena has 20 years of experience.
Where is Mauricio Mairena licensed to practice?
Mauricio Mairena is licensed to practice in Arizona and California.
Does Mauricio Mairena accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mauricio Mairena 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 Mauricio Mairena offer?
Mauricio Mairena offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mauricio Mairena?
Mauricio Mairena 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 Mauricio Mairena?
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