Maria Santiago, LCSW

Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, weighed down by trauma, or struggling to navigate who you are between cultures, identities, or life transitions? If so, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to face it by yourself.

I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 21 years of experience supporting teens, young adults, adults, and seniors through anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, acculturation stress, and significant life changes. My passion is helping individuals reclaim their strength, heal from painful experiences, and build the tools needed for lifelong emotional well-being.

As a Latina therapist fluent in both English and Spanish, I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy for immigrants, first- and second-generation individuals, and those navigating bicultural identity, family expectations, and feeling caught between cultures. I also have extensive experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and supporting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault.

I am EMDR-trained and integrate Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). My approach is warm, pragmatic, strengths-based, and collaborative, helping clients build resilience, self-awareness, and effective coping strategies. I believe healing is not just about reducing symptoms—it’s about reconnecting with your story, reclaiming your voice, and moving forward with confidence.

I am currently pursuing a PhD in Community Psychology to deepen my impact at the community and systems level, with a focus on reducing mental health disparities and increasing access to quality, culturally competent care.

If you are experiencing emotional overwhelm, trauma, cultural or identity stress, or feeling disconnected from yourself, I offer a safe, compassionate, and affirming space where you can feel truly seen and supported—in both English and Spanish. Together, we will uncover your strengths and create meaningful, lasting change.