Marisela Cabral-Centeno, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Marisela is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- Great news, Marisela is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and Spanish
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
More about Marisela
- 5 - 10 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Marisela Cabral-Centeno, LCSW, is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist with a deep commitment to helping clients navigate life’s challenges with strength and self-awareness. With over a decade of clinical experience and more than 25 years in the field of social work, Marisela brings a person-centered, culturally responsive approach to her work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and life transitions—including pregnancy and postpartum concerns.
Marisela believes that every individual holds the capacity for healing and growth. She provides evidence-based care grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and often integrates techniques from motivational interviewing, mindfulness, distress tolerance, and cognitive restructuring to meet each client’s unique needs. She also uses a range of clinical tools—including PHQ-9, GAD-7, Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale, and the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale—to guide treatment and track progress.
Clients describe Marisela as warm, thoughtful, and supportive. Her strengths-based and collaborative style helps clients build self-esteem, challenge negative thought patterns, and create meaningful change in their lives. She is especially passionate about supporting historically underserved communities, and her fluency in English and Spanish allows her to reach a broad and diverse population.
Outside of therapy, Marisela enjoys reading, staying active, and spending time with her family and friends. Her dedication to normalizing mental health care stems from a lifelong passion for helping others heal in mind, body, and spirit.
Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- Anthem
- Blue Shield of California
- Cigna
- Independence Blue Cross
- Magellan Health
- Medicare
- Meritain
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Licenses
Marisela Cabral-Centeno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255597787.
- LCSW · California
About online healthcare
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality care for a low flat fee without the high cost.
- Convenient.
- Get the care you need, when and where it works for you.
- Available now.
- No waiting lists. No phone calls. Just complete a short online assessment and get treatment in as little as 48 hours.
Brightside makes it easy to get professional help through secure video sessions, messaging, and personalized care plans. It’s ideal for people who want effective treatment without the hassle of commuting or scheduling delays. Starting at $95 per month, Brightside is typically far more affordable than traditional in-person care. Clinical studies show that Brightside’s evidence-based approach delivers real results: Most members see significant improvement within 12 weeks, many achieving full remission.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Marisela Cabral-Centeno offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marisela Cabral-Centeno 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 Marisela Cabral-Centeno speak?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno speaks English and Spanish.
How many years of experience does Marisela Cabral-Centeno have?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno has 5 - 10 years of experience.
Where is Marisela Cabral-Centeno licensed to practice?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno is licensed to practice in California.
Does Marisela Cabral-Centeno accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Marisela Cabral-Centeno does not accept 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 [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Marisela Cabral-Centeno offer?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Marisela Cabral-Centeno?
Marisela Cabral-Centeno 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 Marisela Cabral-Centeno?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: 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.
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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.