Mario Palacios, LMFT

Mario Palacios is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with 25 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship problems, and addiction. He speaks English and Spanish. He invites people who are ready to invest in their healing to start a conversation and set realistic goals for change.

He focuses on helping people regain a sense of control. Sessions begin with listening to what feels most urgent. Then he and the client set simple, realistic steps to move forward. He emphasizes empathy, trust, and a steady working relationship.

Mario uses practical, hands-on methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. That means working on thoughts and behaviors that keep problems stuck, and practicing new ways of coping. Sessions are aimed at measurable progress and everyday changes rather than abstract theory.

He also supports people dealing with trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and stress linked to family matters. Additional areas he addresses include abandonment, attachment difficulties, chronic illness or pain, codependency, and mood disorders. He brings steady, experienced guidance to these concerns.

Mario encourages clients to set realistic expectations and to be active in their own growth. He frames therapy as a partnership where both people work toward practical improvements. To begin, he asks clients to be honest about goals and willing to try concrete steps between sessions.

How CBT and practical therapy work online

Mario uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. CBT sessions often include short exercises and homework to practice skills that reduce anxiety, improve mood, and change unhelpful patterns.

He pairs that approach with straightforward goal-setting and regular check-ins. That means setting clear, realistic steps and tracking progress together. The therapist and client decide what methods fit the person's needs and daily life through a collaborative process.

If you are considering online work, confirm current session options before booking since individual formats were not specified. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for quicker check-ins when life gets hectic. Some clients find remote sessions helpful for maintaining continuity of care and practicing new skills between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself, and the therapist will help tailor methods based on your goals, preferences, and what’s happening in your life.