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.
- Licensed counselor in Texas
- Therapy in Spanish and English
- In person and online in Texas
- Children, teens and adults
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.
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"I can't switch my mind off."
Anxiety and stress
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"I feel empty and unmotivated."
Depression and mood
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"I want to quit, but I can't do it alone."
Addiction
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"What happened still follows me."
Trauma and PTSD
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"I don't know how to help my child anymore."
Children and teens
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"I explode and then I regret it."
Anger and intense emotions
Specialties
How I can help
- 01 Learn more: Anxiety
Anxiety
Practical tools to quiet your mind and feel calmer in everyday life.
- 02 Learn more: Depression
Depression
A space to understand what you feel and reconnect with what matters to you.
- 03 Learn more: Addiction and substance use
Addiction and substance use
Individual, non-judgmental support for alcohol and substance use, at your own pace.
- 04 Learn more: Trauma and PTSD
Trauma and PTSD
Work through difficult experiences at your own pace, with trauma-focused approaches.
- 05 Learn more: Children and teens
Children and teens
Support for children from age 6 and teenagers, with parents involved.
- 06 Learn more: Online therapy
Online therapy
Secure video sessions from the comfort of home, anywhere in Texas.
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 approachYour 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.
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Book your session
Choose the platform that accepts your insurance, or pay $85 per session directly.
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First session
A 60-minute session, in person or online. We'll talk calmly about what you're going through.
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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.
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.