Marta Taveras , LCSW

Marta Taveras is an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in New York and bringing seven years of professional experience to her practice. She focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, family conflicts, challenges with motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and symptoms of depression. Marta aims to build an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly and explored constructively.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, Marta offers steady support throughout the therapeutic process. She collaborates with individuals to identify goals, develop practical strategies, and strengthen skills that promote greater resilience and emotional well-being. Her approach emphasizes empathy, respect, and clear communication as clients work toward meaningful change.

Integrating CBT and Motivational Interviewing into Online Care

In her work Marta Taveras draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a practical approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. CBT is often used to address anxiety, depression, and everyday stress by teaching concrete skills for managing thoughts and emotions. She also uses Motivational Interviewing, a collaborative, goal-focused style that helps people explore their own reasons for change and build motivation to take the next steps - this approach is useful for challenges like low motivation or making significant life adjustments.

Marta treats finding the right approach as a collaborative process. She works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences, and together they determine whether CBT, Motivational Interviewing, or a combination of strategies will be most helpful. This tailored process allows the therapeutic plan to evolve as progress is made.

Online sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, continue work during transitions, and maintain regular contact with licensed professionals when in-person visits are not practical.