Profile / United States
Maria Pulizzo, LPC
Missouri
Licensed counselor - anxiety and addictions
See online therapy options- CBT and DBT methods
- Substance use focus
- Young adult issues
About Maria
Maria Pulizzo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with five years of therapy experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, low self-esteem, and issues common to young adults. Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
Maria uses straightforward, practical methods. She listens without judgment and helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify thinking and behavior patterns, and on other approaches to find what works for each person.
In sessions she blends client-centered conversation with focused skills practice. That can mean talking through a recent problem, tracking mood and thoughts between sessions, and trying small behavior experiments. Motivational Interviewing often appears when someone is working on substance use or making a life change.
Her background includes a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Maryville University and experience in community mental health settings. Much of her work has involved co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns, so she is used to addressing overlapping issues like anxiety with drug or alcohol problems.
Maria aims for practical steps people can use outside sessions. She breaks problems into manageable parts and works on concrete skills for mood regulation, coping with cravings, and reducing anxiety. To start, she asks clients about goals and current routines, then suggests short, doable changes.
People who prefer a direct, skills-based approach may find this style helpful. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling details so they match your needs.
How her approaches fit into online work
Maria commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test different behaviors. CBT is practical and focuses on specific skills for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the client's perspective to guide what comes next. Dialectical Behavior Therapy provides concrete coping skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance, which can be useful for mood and substance use concerns.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist and client review goals, preferences, and what has helped in the past. From there they try one method and adjust as needed based on progress and feedback.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when that is helpful. They also let people try skills between meetings and bring real-life situations into discussion without needing to come into an office.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addiction issues, bipolar disorder, depression, and low self-esteem. She also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction and young adult concerns.
How would she describe her therapeutic approach?
Her style mixes client-centered conversation with structured methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sessions often include practical exercises and skill practice to change thoughts and behaviors.
What is her professional background?
She holds a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Maryville University and has five years of direct therapy experience in community mental health settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Missouri and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are accepted; check any regional requirements before booking if needed.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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