Profile / United States
Maria Brayton, LMHC
New York
LMHC in New York - Anxiety and mood concerns
See online therapy options- CBT informed work
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions and grief
About Maria
Maria Brayton is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with three years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, and challenges tied to life changes. She also focuses on building self-love.
Maria uses a straightforward style in sessions. She listens to what is most pressing, helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, and introduces practical steps to try between meetings. Conversations are goal-focused and paced to each person.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to map patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. She breaks down concerns into concrete parts and tests small changes to see what helps. This often includes simple exercises and short plans to practice outside sessions.
Maria aims to work collaboratively on clear goals. She helps people monitor progress and adjusts strategies if something is not working. Sessions are organized around measurable steps rather than vague intentions.
Clients who want straightforward, skills-based work may find this style useful. The practice is in New York and sessions are offered in English. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
How CBT and focused talk work online
Maria uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people spot patterns of thinking that increase stress and low mood. CBT here focuses on clear problems, such as anxious thoughts or behaviors that keep addictions going, and on testing small, practical changes to see what helps in daily life.Sessions are collaborative. The therapist and client review goals and try approaches that match those goals. If a technique does not fit, they adjust it together and track progress with simple measures and homework tasks.
Confirm the exact online session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the biography. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day - for example a shorter check-in during a lunch break or a video session that saves travel time. It can also let someone choose a session style that fits their energy level, like a call when bandwidth is low or a video meeting when face-to-face interaction is helpful. Licensed professionals can use these options to help therapy fit everyday life without changing the core, skills-based work.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with most often?
She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT techniques to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, then tries small practical changes to see what improves daily functioning and mood.
What is her professional background?
Maria has three years of professional experience working as a clinician with the concerns listed in her profile.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices out of that state.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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