Profile / United States
Mario Palacios, LMFT
California
LMFT - Stress and Anxiety focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Goal setting
- English and Spanish
About Mario
Mario Palacios is an LMFT (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist) with 25 years of experience in California. He focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and LGBT issues. Mario communicates in English and Spanish and helps people who want concrete ways to change unhelpful habits and thoughts.
He asks people what they want to change and sets realistic goals together. Sessions focus on noticing patterns in feelings, thoughts, and behavior. Mario uses structured tools to help people test new responses and track what works in daily life.
His approach is practical and action-oriented. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to break problems into manageable steps and to try different coping strategies. He combines that with direct conversation about family issues, relationship patterns, and personal history where relevant.
Mario often helps people who feel they have lost control of their lives regain steadier routines and clearer thinking. He works through communication problems, codependency, abandonment concerns, and attachment issues in straightforward terms. He also addresses chronic pain or illness-related stress and aging and geriatric concerns when they affect mood or daily functioning.
People can expect goal-focused sessions that track progress over time. Mario encourages practical homework between meetings so new skills become habits. He aims to support steady improvement rather than quick fixes.
How CBT-based work translates to online sessions
Mario uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT sessions typically break problems into small parts, set clear goals, and practice new behaviors between meetings. This approach is useful for anxiety, panic, mood issues, and problems with self-esteem.He focuses on practical tools rather than abstract talk. That means setting measurable tasks, reviewing what happened since the last session, and adjusting strategies as needed. The therapist works collaboratively with each person to find which methods fit their life and goals rather than assuming one approach will suit everyone.
If you want to try online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow straightforward check-ins when a quick session is needed. Different ways of meeting can suit different needs, and Mario will help decide the best format based on your goals, availability, and comfort with the session setup.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, addictions, trauma and self-esteem concerns, plus related areas like codependency and panic attacks.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and set small experiments to see what changes help in daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience working as a therapist in California with a broad range of mood and relationship concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin sessions?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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