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Marizol Urbieta-Cortez, LMFT

Calm, practical therapy for life challenges

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About Marizol

Marizol Urbieta-Cortez helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and problems in relationships. She also supports those coping with life changes and people feeling emptiness, isolation, or a lack of purpose. Marizol speaks English and Spanish and practices in California as an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

Her approach is practical and person-focused. She listens first, then shapes conversations and goals around each person's needs.

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How Marizol works

Sessions aim to build motivation, improve communication, and strengthen day-to-day coping skills. Marizol uses clear tools rather than jargon so people can use what they learn right away. She draws on client-centered methods to keep the work collaborative and respectful.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques help identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with more helpful actions. Mindfulness exercises are offered to reduce reactivity and improve present-moment awareness. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change, and solution-focused work keeps sessions goal-directed and efficient.

Together these approaches support progress on issues like forgiveness, self-love, and building confidence. Marizol frames therapy as a step-by-step process. She will tailor conversations and a plan to an individual's situation and pace.

The focus is on small, doable changes that add up to meaningful improvement.

Marizol lists 5 ways of working on the entry:

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What Marizol works with

The areas below are the ones Marizol selected when setting up a profile. The first few are listed as the main focus; the rest are also named.

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Training and background

Register LMFT
Years in practice 7
Languages English, Spanish
Session format Online: video, phone, live chat or messaging
Country California

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Online support options

Approach options and online therapy

Marizol uses Client-Centered Therapy to make the work collaborative and respectful, helping people feel heard and guiding them to set meaningful goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses patterns of thinking and behavior, offering clear exercises to reduce symptoms like anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple awareness practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus in daily life.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust the plan as progress is made. That collaboration helps ensure the work feels useful and relevant rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for many people. Video calls let conversations feel more personal when face-to-face contact matters. Phone sessions can be a good option when a video connection is not possible or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for brief check-ins, quick coaching between sessions, or when a shorter, written format fits a busy day. These options make scheduling more flexible and let people fit sessions into work, school, or caregiving routines.

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Common questions

What concerns does Marizol address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, plus related topics like communication problems and loneliness.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on listening first and shaping goals together to match each person's needs.
What kind of experience does she bring?
She has seven years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What credentials and location are on record?
She is an LMFT licensed in California and practices within that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
What formats are used for sessions?
Sessions can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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