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- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression support
About Marcela
LICSW and LCSW-C clinician with nine years of practice, working in Maryland and providing services in English and Spanish. Marcela Medina helps people facing relationship strain, trauma and abuse, depression, compassion fatigue, and related concerns. She offers assessments and ongoing therapy focused on real-life problems and goals.
Marcela performs clinical evaluations and creates care plans that outline concrete steps for change. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and teach practical skills. Sessions focus on problem-solving, improving communication, and reducing symptoms that interfere with daily life.
She also helps link people to community supports. That includes referrals for housing assistance, medical services, financial help, crisis programs, and long-term care resources when needed. These connections are part of an overall plan rather than separate services.
Marcela describes her work as aimed at helping clients manage anxiety, depression, trauma, family conflict, and life transitions. Conversations in sessions often include reviewing coping strategies, practicing communication skills, and planning next steps outside of therapy.
Her nine years of experience inform a straightforward clinical approach. Sessions are practical and focused on measurable changes and clearer options. People who prefer direct guidance and help coordinating outside supports may find this style useful.
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Evidence-based techniques and remote care
Marcela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide her work. One common approach she relies on is structured symptom-focused work that identifies target problems, teaches coping strategies, and tracks progress over time. This method is useful for anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress because it breaks problems into manageable steps.Another typical element of her practice is skills-based communication work. That involves practicing specific ways to express needs, set boundaries, and resolve conflict so relationships feel more manageable. This approach is helpful when communication problems or relationship strain are a central concern.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. She will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences, and adjust techniques as needed. The work is practical and goal-oriented, with regular checks on what is helping.
The biography does not list which remote session formats are offered, so confirm the available options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals often use remote work to coordinate care and follow up on goals between appointments.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
District of Columbia, Maryland
Languages
English, Spanish
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with relationship problems, trauma and abuse, depression, and compassion fatigue. Additional focuses include body image, communication problems, impulsivity, isolation, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, self-love, social anxiety and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and practical, skills-oriented work. Sessions emphasize assessment, care planning, and visible steps clients can take between appointments.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of clinical experience working in behavioral and mental health settings. That time includes conducting evaluations and coordinating care with community resources.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds LICSW (District of Columbia) and LCSW-C (Maryland) credentials and practices in Maryland.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work?
Session cost varies with location and is provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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