603 E 3rd St, Rio Grande City, TX Se habla español In person and online in Texas
Counseling Era

Welcome

A safe space to heal and grow


I'm Maria G. Lopez, a bilingual professional counselor. I walk with you, warmly and without judgment, through anxiety, depression, addiction and trauma, at my office in Rio Grande City or online from anywhere in Texas.

Maria G. Lopez, professional counselor, smiling in her office
LPC #84492 · LCDCLicensed Professional Counselor in Texas
Master's in CounselingLeTourneau University
★ 5.0 · 86 ratings on Grow TherapyOctober 2026 · See ratings on Grow Therapy

Does this sound like you?

What you carry matters

Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck or unsure where to begin. If any of these sound familiar, you're not alone.

  • "I can't switch my mind off."

    Anxiety and stress

    • Constant worry
    • Panic attacks
    • Insomnia
    • Tension
  • "I feel empty and unmotivated."

    Depression and mood

    • Sadness
    • Fatigue
    • Isolation
    • Low self-esteem
  • "I want to quit, but I can't do it alone."

    Addiction

    • Alcohol
    • Drugs
    • Relapse
    • Cravings
  • "What happened still follows me."

    Trauma and PTSD

    • Intrusive memories
    • Nightmares
    • Hypervigilance
    • Grief
  • "I don't know how to help my child anymore."

    Children and teens

    • ADHD
    • Behavior
    • School
    • Emotions
  • "I explode and then I regret it."

    Anger and intense emotions

    • Anger management
    • Relationships
    • Self-control
    • Coping tools

Specialties

How I can help

  1. 01

    Anxiety

    Practical tools to quiet your mind and feel calmer in everyday life.

    Learn more: Anxiety
  2. 02

    Depression

    A space to understand what you feel and reconnect with what matters to you.

    Learn more: Depression
  3. 03

    Addiction and substance use

    Individual, non-judgmental support for alcohol and substance use, at your own pace.

    Learn more: Addiction and substance use
  4. 04

    Trauma and PTSD

    Work through difficult experiences at your own pace, with trauma-focused approaches.

    Learn more: Trauma and PTSD
  5. 05

    Children and teens

    Support for children from age 6 and teenagers, with parents involved.

    Learn more: Children and teens
  6. 06

    Online therapy

    Secure video sessions from the comfort of home, anywhere in Texas.

    Learn more: Online therapy

You don't have to face it alone. Let's work together to build a healthier, more fulfilling future.

Maria G. Lopez, LPC, LCDC

About me

Hi, I'm Maria

I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. I support adults, teens and children in the Valley with a warm, collaborative approach tailored to your culture and your story. I especially love serving the Spanish-speaking community.

Read my story and approach

Your first session

Getting started is simpler than you think

In our first session we'll introduce ourselves and talk about what brings you to therapy. From there we create a plan together, tailored to you, your pace and your values.

  1. 1

    Book your session

    Choose the platform that accepts your insurance, or pay $85 per session directly.

  2. 2

    First session

    A 60-minute session, in person or online. We'll talk calmly about what you're going through.

  3. 3

    A plan together

    We set clear goals and the tools that work best for you. You set the pace.

Insurance and fees

I accept many insurance plans

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Medicare, Humana Medicare Advantage, Ambetter and many more, through Grow Therapy, Rula or Headway.

Find your insurance and where to book

$85

$85 per 60-minute session if you pay directly.

Depending on your plan, copays, coinsurance or deductibles may apply. You can check your coverage on the platform where you book.

Book your session

Take the first step today

Choose your insurance or private pay and press Book: we take you straight to the right platform to pick the day and time.

Book my session (opens in a new tab)

You'll continue on Grow Therapy to choose the day and time.

Private pay: you can pay by card through Grow Therapy, or in cash at in-person sessions at the office.

See the full insurance list · Depending on your plan, copays, coinsurance or deductibles may apply. You can check your coverage on the platform where you book.