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Maria Fiore, LPC

Staff Therapist
Languages
English
SPECIALTIES
Talk Therapy

Education and training

  • University of Houston - Victoris Master of Education (MED)

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Maria Fiore, LPC

Maria Fiore is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has experience with a broad range of people and situations. Maria attended school at the University of Houston - Victoria, and practices in Texas. She continues to study and research in order to bring the best quality of care to each individual that she works with.‍In the time that Maria has been a therapist, she has worked directly with clients needing intense inpatient care, clients in an educational setting, and clients in various outpatient settings. She believes that every individual is unique and the care they receive should reflect that. Maria will work with you to develop therapeutic goals so you can grow into being the best version of yourself.‍She bases her treatment approach on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, with elements of mindfulness and solutions focused therapy. Outside of work, Maria enjoys gardening, reading, and spending time in nature.‍

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Specialties
Talk Therapy
States
Texas
Colorado
Languages
English
Takes insurance
Virtual visits
years experience