Maria Russo, LCSW, CSW

Maria Russo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings more than two decades of focused experience to helping people move from surviving to thriving. She draws on a formal education in psychology and a master of social work, along with years of personal and professional exploration, to support clients working through childhood trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. Her practice emphasizes identifying strengths, expanding coping and problem solving skills, and cultivating greater self-awareness so clients can live with more authenticity, joy, and meaningful connection.

Maria approaches therapy with a belief that people are wounded rather than bad, and that healing involves integrating painful experiences into a healthier sense of self. She helps clients uncover patterns that keep them stuck - including reactions rooted in unresolved grief, anger, or anxiety - and works to reduce reliance on unhealthy coping behaviors such as substance use, compulsive spending, or other addictive patterns. Her work often centers on restoring self-esteem, improving communication, and rebuilding intimacy and family relationships.

Maria holds LCSW and CSW credentials - professional social work qualifications that reflect clinical training and state licensure - and has a long history of guiding individuals toward increased presence, spiritual growth, and practical change. She welcomes those seeking more love, peace, and authenticity in their lives and offers compassionate, strength-based care on that journey.