Marizol Urbieta-Cortez is a California licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, low self esteem, depression, and major life changes. She speaks English and Spanish and brings seven years of clinical experience to her work. Her approach is respectful and compassionate. She aims to make the first step feel achievable for people ready to try something different.
In sessions she focuses on understanding each person's unique situation before suggesting steps forward. Conversations are tailored to the individual's needs and goals. She works with practical tools to build confidence, manage worry, and improve communication in close relationships.
Marizol uses techniques drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices. That means she listens first, helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, and teaches ways to stay present with hard feelings. She also draws on motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods to set achievable short-term goals.
People often come to her wanting more self-love, clearer life purpose, or relief from loneliness and emptiness. She also addresses issues such as domestic violence, forgiveness, and problems with motivation. The therapy process emphasizes small, practical changes that can make daily life feel more manageable.
Sessions are set up to reflect each person's pace and readiness. Marizol aims to be a steady, nonjudgmental partner while people build new habits and perspectives. She encourages straightforward planning and follow-through so progress is visible over time.
Approaches used in online therapy sessions
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and creating a supportive space for people to share what matters most. This approach helps when someone needs to feel heard and to build trust before trying new strategies. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical tools to change patterns that increase anxiety or lower self esteem. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention skills to reduce reactivity and increase calm in everyday moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and will collaborate with the client to choose methods that fit. That means trying a few techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting as needed so the plan matches real life.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins on difficult days, and use exercises between meetings. It also allows someone to continue therapy through life changes without rearranging major commitments. Licensed professionals can tailor tools like CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and client-centered conversation to work well in remote sessions.
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self esteem challenges, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include communication problems, loneliness, forgiveness, and women's issues.
What is her general therapy style?
She practices in a warm, respectful way and adapts sessions to each person's needs. The work combines listening with practical strategies and goal setting.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with the concerns listed on her profile.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a CA LMFT, which is a licensed marriage and family therapist credential, and she practices in California.
Can I meet with her in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients accepted?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Start by selecting the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.