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Maria Elena Ordunez-Lara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
P O Box 754, Pismo Beach, CA 93448
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Let's Connect (805) 301-1285
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Do you need support and guidance to help you navigate life transitions, divorce, job changes, grief, and listening without judgment? Do you need some skills to cope with these life changes? We all can find happiness in our lives, and each person has unique gifts and abilities to help them achieve that goal. My passion (and purpose) is to help my clients realize these gifts, discover their authentic selves, and learn to navigate the day-to-day challenges of living in this ever-changing world. Increasing self-awareness, learning coping skills, and communicating feelings can lead to positive change and meaningful relationships.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 15 years of experience in the mental health field, providing services to adults, children, and families. I have worked in various public settings with a specialized focus on (but not limited to): Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Trauma, parenting and relationship issues, sexual orientation, grief /loss.
As a clinician, I provide a safe space to explore your reasons for seeking therapy and help bring out the strengths and resources that already exist inside you to further your life satisfaction. Taking that first step is the beginning of a healing and expansive journey. Together, we can help you get from where you are to where you want to be at your pace.
Call or Email Maria Elena Ordunez-Lara now for a free 15 minute consultation - (805) 301-1285
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / 110970 Maria Elena Ordunez-Lara
- Degree/Diploma from Hancock College AA Addiction Studies / 2005
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Addiction
- Relationship Issues
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Substance Use
- Thinking Disorders
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Structural Family Therapy
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (805) 301-1285
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Maria Elena Ordunez-Lara
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT