At a glance
- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Missouri / 2008027537
- NPI
- 1457697484
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Missouri
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Person-centered focus
- Motivational strategies
- Addiction support
About Maria
Maria Pulizzo is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Missouri who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood concerns, and issues with self-esteem. She also focuses on addictions, including drug and alcohol problems, and on challenges common to young adults. Her approach centers on meeting people where they are and supporting practical steps forward.
Maria uses a person-centered style that aims to create a nonjudgmental space for people to talk through their thoughts and feelings. She blends solution-focused strategies with motivational interviewing to help people find reasons and motivation for change. Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented, with attention to what matters most to each person.
She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts and behaviors link, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques for emotion regulation and coping skills. These tools are used alongside brief, practical interventions people can try between sessions. The focus is on real-life skills rather than long lectures.
Maria earned a master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Maryville University and has five years of direct therapy experience. She has worked in community mental health and substance use settings supporting people with co-occurring concerns.
Her style is supportive and straightforward. People who want clear strategies and a coach-like ally may find her approach helpful. If you are unsure whether this fits your needs, consider the matching questionnaire to see if she might be a good match.
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How her approaches guide online work
Maria uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find their own reasons to change. This approach involves open questions, reflective listening, and helping people weigh pros and cons of making different choices. It can be useful for addictions, ambivalence about treatment, and building motivation for new habits.
She also practices Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes a respectful, accepting relationship. That approach focuses on listening without judgment and helping people feel heard so they can explore what matters to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is part of her toolkit too; it connects thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to reduce anxiety and shift unhelpful patterns.
Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they will try methods that fit the person's needs and adjust the plan over time based on what proves most helpful.
Session logistics and formats were not specified in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-in meetings when needed, and reduce travel time. They can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options when video isn’t practical. Licensed professionals can adapt Motivational Interviewing, client-centered listening, and CBT exercises to work well in remote appointments. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Drug and alcohol addictionYoung adult issuesTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyExperience
5+ years
Listed in
Missouri
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Maria works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood issues, self-esteem concerns, and addictions. She also focuses on drug and alcohol addiction and issues common to young adults.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses a person-centered, nonjudgmental style that emphasizes practical steps. Sessions are conversational and solution-focused to help people move toward achievable goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Maria has five years of direct therapy experience working in mental health and substance use settings. Her background includes work with co-occurring disorders.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Missouri. Her practice is based in Missouri.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is open to working with international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking to know how sessions are held.
How is cost handled?
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?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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