- Client-Centered
- Solution-Focused
- Trauma-Informed
About Maria
Dr. Maria Humphrey is a Florida licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 10 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and the uncertainty that follows big life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and focus on practical steps people can use day to day.
Her style draws on client-centered work that prioritizes each person's perspective. She uses psychodynamic ideas to notice patterns from past relationships. Solution-focused techniques support short-term goals and concrete changes. Trauma-focused approaches are used when past events continue to affect daily life.
In a typical session she listens for what matters now and then helps clients set manageable next steps. Conversations often include ways to reduce stress, improve communication, and handle transitions like divorce, caregiving, serious illness, or retirement. She also helps people who feel empty or are questioning life purpose find clearer direction.
Maria keeps language direct and practical. She talks through concrete coping strategies for anxiety and methods to rebuild self-esteem. For caregivers and people facing end-of-life issues she addresses role strain, guilt, and grief in straightforward terms.
Clients can expect a mix of exploring how past patterns influence present choices and testing small, realistic changes between sessions. She asks about goals up front and checks progress regularly. To start, readers are invited to use the site's matching steps to schedule an initial appointment.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Client-centered therapy centers on the client's perspective and priorities. The therapist listens closely and helps the person name what matters most, which can be useful for stress, self-esteem, and decisions about life purpose.Existential and psychodynamic ideas help people spot recurring patterns and the values that shape choices. These approaches are helpful when someone is feeling empty, questioning direction after a major change, or wanting to understand why certain reactions keep happening.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate on which methods to try based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change over time as goals shift.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins on hectic schedules, and avoid travel time. They can also let someone continue care during a move or while managing medical appointments. Ask about the session types available and what each one looks like in practice to pick the best fit.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and life transitions including divorce, caregiving, serious illness, and aging.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She combines client-centered listening with solution-focused steps to set short-term goals and test practical changes between sessions.
What is her clinical background and experience?
Dr. Maria Humphrey has 10 years of clinical experience and practices using several approaches including psychodynamic and trauma-focused work.
Where is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Florida LMFT and provides services as a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Florida.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Session cost varies by location and is provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.