Mali is responsive, respectful, and kind. I’ve really enjoyed working with her, and I’m grateful for her support as I worked through past traumas.
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez, LICSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in District of Columbia and Colorado
Recent reviews
I felt like Mali really understood Where my problems stemmed from. I felt safe in our conversation and felt like I learned much from it.
More about Maria
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LICSW, LCSW
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 10 years experience helping individuals through various hardships and stages of life. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues (co-dependency, attachment wounds), trauma, and other conditions. I am currently licensed in Washington DC and Colorado, with plans to obtain licensure in other states. I have worked in a variety of non profit and hospital settings, as well as in private practice.
My therapy style is compassionate and precise, yet I also challenge clients to come up against their growth edges so that they can experience the breakthroughs that they came to therapy for. I apply a mindfulness based somatic approach with my clients to allow them a chance to develop skills to bring greater awareness to their thoughts, emotions and bodily experience. I also combine a cognitive behavioral approach with a psychodynamic perspective because I believe that looking into family system dynamics as well as early life attachment wounding helps to be able to transform any dysfunctional patterning into beliefs and behaviors that serve you.
I will allow you as the client to take the lead on your process, while providing collaboration and support every step of the way to ensure that you meet your goals. I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588191209.
- LICSW · District of Columbia · LC50081711 · Expires July 2025
- LCSW · Colorado · CSW.09927358 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Maria ("Mali") Jimenez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mali is responsive, respectful, and kind. I’ve really enjoyed working with her, and I’m grateful for her support as I worked through past traumas.
I felt like Mali really understood Where my problems stemmed from. I felt safe in our conversation and felt like I learned much from it.
Frequently asked questions
Does Maria ("Mali") Jimenez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maria ("Mali") Jimenez works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Maria ("Mali") Jimenez speak?
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Maria ("Mali") Jimenez have?
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez has 7 years of experience.
Where is Maria ("Mali") Jimenez licensed to practice?
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez is licensed to practice in District of Columbia and Colorado.
Does Maria ("Mali") Jimenez accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Maria ("Mali") Jimenez accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Maria ("Mali") Jimenez offer?
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Maria ("Mali") Jimenez?
Maria ("Mali") Jimenez can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Maria ("Mali") Jimenez?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.