LPC

Maria Caruso, LPC

Therapist in New Jersey

Maria is a LPC therapist in New Jersey.

20+ years of experience
Focus areas include Relationship issues, Family conflicts
Approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Maria

Maria Caruso is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 20 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, children, and families through a wide range of life challenges. As an LPC she is a state-licensed mental health professional who combines clinical knowledge with practical strategies to help clients navigate relationship issues, grief, career transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and caregiving stresses.

Her work has included supporting people affected by cancer and accompanying families through both the intense treatment periods and the grieving that can follow. She has also worked in corporate settings, helping clients manage change, role transitions, and career-related stress. Maria has provided therapy in both group and individual formats and tailors interventions to each person’s background and needs.

Maria uses an integrative, multimodal approach that blends client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychodynamic exploration, narrative work, and solution-focused strategies when appropriate. She often incorporates practical tools such as contracting, journaling, and various art-based exercises to access emotions and patterns that may be difficult to name. Her practice is guided by the belief that counseling is a collaborative partnership aimed at restoring meaning, resilience, and forward movement at whatever stage of life a person may be facing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Maria Caruso integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and building a supportive relationship so clients feel heard and respected while exploring personal goals. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Narrative therapy helps clients reframe personal stories and separate themselves from challenging problems, which can be useful for issues like grief, trauma, and relationship conflict.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Maria works with each person to understand their needs, values, and goals and then tailors methods that fit their preferences and life circumstances. She views therapy as a partnership in which therapist and client test strategies together and adjust the plan over time.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to receive care from home, manage sessions around work or caregiving responsibilities, and maintain continuity when schedules or locations change. Licensed professionals can deliver the same therapeutic principles through these formats while adapting pacing and tools to suit each client’s situation.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Maria Caruso have?

Maria Caruso has 20 years of professional experience in counseling across settings and populations.

Is Maria Caruso a licensed therapist?

Yes. Maria Caruso is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license is listed as NJ LPC 37PC00304300.

In which languages does Maria Caruso provide therapy?

Maria Caruso provides therapy in English.

Where is Maria Caruso located?

Maria Caruso is located in New Jersey.

How can I work with Maria Caruso as my therapist?

You can work with Maria Caruso through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Maria Caruso work with international clients?

Yes, Maria Caruso works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Maria Caruso cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.