she is amazing, so attentive and caring. she truly listens and provides helpful healing solutions. i could not ask for a better person as my therapist.
Maria Diz, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Brightside Health
At a glance
Maria is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Brightside Health.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Maria. View 5 reviews
- Great news, Maria is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Connecticut, Florida, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Maria Diz had a very warm and very positive personality to her. I don’t think there’s a single thing to improve as the time spent with her was very relaxing and enjoyable. I’m looking forward to my next appointment with her.
More about Maria
- More than 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Maria Diz is a licensed mental health counselor who has been providing mental health services to adult clients for the last ten years. She also provides services in Spanish.
She enjoys helping clients get past the obstacles and challenges that prevent them from living a genuine and fulfilling life. She helps clients examine their repeated life patterns and identify ways to change behavior to achieve a life better aligned with their values and life goals.
She specializes in evidence based practices such as CBT, DBT, Solution focused, Narrative and various other modalities adapted to the client's specific needs.
Maria looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey.
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
Anxiety
Depression
Individual Therapy
Social Anxiety
Panic Attack
Insomnia
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Mental Health Problem
Crisis Intervention
Suicide Prevention
ADD/ADHD
Substance Use Disorder
Addiction
Alcoholism
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Postpartum Depression
Bipolar Disorder/Manic Depression
Trauma
Phobias
Insurance Accepted
- Aetna
- Allegiance
- Ambetter
- Cigna
- Florida Blue
- Independence Blue Cross
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- Meritain
- Optum
- UnitedHealthcare
- Wellcare
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
Maria Diz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073918686.
- LMHC · Connecticut
- LMHC · Florida
- LMHC · Vermont
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.
Reviews for Maria Diz
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
she is amazing, so attentive and caring. she truly listens and provides helpful healing solutions. i could not ask for a better person as my therapist.
Maria Diz had a very warm and very positive personality to her. I don’t think there’s a single thing to improve as the time spent with her was very relaxing and enjoyable. I’m looking forward to my next appointment with her.
Maria is an amazing couselor. I feel that her guidance and support has made a major impact on my life. She addresses my concerns with kindness and solutions, always emphasizing self care. I'm very thankful for her care. I have no suggestions for improvement at this time.
Maria is amazing I felt like I am heard. Maria is so kind and caring.
she is great and always very helpful and supportive - always asks the right questions!
Frequently asked questions
Does Maria Diz offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Maria Diz 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 Diz speak?
Maria Diz speaks English.
How many years of experience does Maria Diz have?
Maria Diz has more than 5 years of experience.
Where is Maria Diz licensed to practice?
Maria Diz is licensed to practice in Connecticut, Florida, and Vermont.
Does Maria Diz accept insurance?
Yes, Maria Diz accepts Aetna, Allegiance, Ambetter, Cigna, Florida Blue, Independence Blue Cross, Medicaid, Medicare, Meritain, Optum, UnitedHealthcare, and Wellcare.
Does Maria Diz accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Maria Diz 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 Maria Diz offer?
Maria Diz 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 Maria Diz?
Maria Diz 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 Diz?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.