Maira Torres, LMSW
(She/Her/Hers)
Currently under the clinical supervision of Earley Barnes-Ullrich, LCSW-S, RPT-S™, EMDRIA CIT
3-8 Years | 9-12 Years | 13-18 Years | 18+ | Family
Maira is Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) and she is currently working towards her Licensed Clinical Social Work (LCSW) and Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credentials. Maira received both of her degrees, Bachelors in Social Work and Master of Science in Social Work, from the University of Texas - Austin. Maira has many years of experience working with children and their families. Maira has worked with children in school and healthcare settings. Maira believes parents and a client's environment play important parts in a client's life, which is why she would like for parents to be active participants during therapy. Parents know their children best!
In addition to Maira using a strength-based perspective, she will determine what approaches to use with your child based on their needs. Maira uses both non-directive and directive approaches while creating a genuine relationship with your child by providing support and acceptance. Maira's goal is for her clients to learn skills in session and apply them to their life to navigate challenges and difficult moments, so they can achieve the best version of themselves.
Maira was born and raised in Houston, TX but moved to Austin and she has now lived in Austin for 6 years. She lives here with her husband and their dog Albus.
MAIRA IS PARTICULARLY WELL-SUITED TO SUPPORT FAMILIES:
who are interested in working with a Latinx clinician who is Bilingual
with children who are experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, abuse, and struggling with cultural identity
where parents are willing to engage and participate in their child's journey and growth
MAIRA WORKS AT OUR BERKMAN OFFICE LOCATION. ALL SESSIONS ARE 45 MINUTES UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. HER RATES ARE THE FOLLOWING:
Individual Session $145
Initial Consult, Parent Consult, Parent Coaching $170
Family Session $190
AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION:
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Coping Skills
Depression
Domestic Abuse/Violence
Emotional Disturbance
Family Conflict
Grief
Obesity
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self Esteem
Self-Harming
Sexual Abuse
Sleep or Insomnia
Stress
Suicidal Ideation
Teen Violence
Trauma and PTSD
MAIRA’S FAVORITES:
Favorite board game: Uno
Favorite ice cream flavor: Cookies and Cream
Favorite animal: Moose
Favorite children’s book: Green Eggs and Ham
Favorite color: Blue
Favorite place in Austin: Barton Springs
Favorite holiday: Christmas
I feel happiest when: I get a great night's sleep and am able to finish the current book or puzzle I am working on
If I had a superpower it would be: Invisibility
Place I feel most safe/calm/comfortable: At home snuggled up with my dog