Maria Luna, LMSW, LCSW

Maria Luna is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on practical, person-centered therapy. She holds a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and brings five years of experience to sessions. Maria aims to help people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and the ups and downs that come with life changes.

She uses straightforward methods so clients can leave sessions with clear next steps. Her work addresses trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, self-esteem, career concerns, and ADHD-related challenges. Maria also supports people dealing with body image, chronic illness, codependency, and communication problems.

Her approach combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with client-centered listening and cognitive behavioral techniques. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of her toolbox when they fit a person’s goals. In sessions she focuses on what a person wants to change and practical ways to get there.

Maria pays attention to how attachment patterns, abandonment, and shame shape choices. She offers a calm space to talk through loss, divorce, or problems that come from long-term stress. Her style is warm, direct, and respectful of cultural differences.

People who work with her can expect a mix of short-term skill building and longer discussion when needed. She encourages steady progress through small, manageable steps rather than large sudden shifts. Her practice is located in Wisconsin and sessions are conducted in English.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice their thoughts and values so they can take action that matters to them. It can be useful for navigating midlife questions, persistent worry, and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful cycles. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and managing stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Maria will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. She draws on client-centered listening, ACT, CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing as needed, and adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can help fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also make it easier to maintain steady appointments during life transitions. Discuss scheduling preferences and practical considerations with the therapist when arranging sessions.