Maria Castro-Mendoza. Accepting New Clients! (Updated November 2026) (she/her)

My Approach to Helping

I use a collaborative relational approach. I reject saviorism and believe that you are the expert on your own life. I prioritize autonomy and want to provide the care that you need, not that I think you need. When approaching a client’s needs, I listen first, and act second. My goal is not to tell you what to do, but to collaborate with you in finding the answers to your own questions and in how we can best support you in a journey towards better mental health or well-being.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Many wounds follow us from childhood to adolescence and adulthood. Through working to heal my own past wounds, I have found a passion in collaborating with others, teens, families, and individuals alike, to heal theirs as well. I care deeply about racial justice, systemic oppression, the LGBTQ+ community, and liberatory work. We are all humans, and dignity is something you will never have to earn with me. Though therapy is not the only step a person can take to work towards their goals, having a therapist that works for you can make such a huge difference and I would love to make that a reality for you!