WELCOME
I Believe in You
The above statement is foundational to my approach to psychotherapy and holds true for every person I meet. I am Marie Battaglia Westerman, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in California, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida, and Registered Psychotherapist in Ontario. Having worked in the Mental Health field since 2013, my area of focus has been young adults but I have experience working with people across the lifespan who are facing a myriad of challenges and looking for assistance. I’m here to support you on your healing journey - however that may look. I believe in you, I believe in the therapeutic process, and I believe in the work we can do together.
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Please note: Currently, only telehealth services are being offered.
ALL ABOUT THERAPY
A glimpse into the process
Studies show that the most important factor in successful counseling is the relationship between the therapist and the client. It's crucial to find a therapist whose style and approach make you feel comfortable and safe, allowing for honesty and authenticity. With that, almost anything becomes possible. My hope is to build rapport and work alongside you, help you process your experiences, thoughts and feelings, teach you skills to manage, foster insight, and help facilitate growth so you can live the life you want. Counseling is a work in progress and I'm here to help you hone your ability to cope with, live with, and/or overcome your experiences and their impact.​
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Following initial contact we will schedule an intake session to begin to gather information about what brings you to counseling, what life has looked like for you, and what you hope to get out of our work together.
SERVICES I OFFER
INDIVIDUAL THERAPY
My counseling approach is a combination of Person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Emotion Focused, and Adlerian theories that I try to integrate to meet each individual clients needs and therapeutic goals. I believe in providing a non-judgmental space for clients to gain insight into their thoughts, feelings, experiences while building new coping tools and strategies. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds, including those dealing with mental health concerns, life transitions, and relationship difficulties.
My fee is $160 for a standard 50-minute session, and I accept Kaiser Northern California, Aetna (CA and FL), and Cigna (CA and FL). I also provide Superbills for insurance reimbursement and am adding more insurances so please email to ask if you don't see yours listed.
Please contact me at marie@workinprogressmhc.com or 916.822.9761 (USA) || 416.953.9858 (CANADA) to learn more.
CONTACT ME
Marie Battaglia Westerman, MA, LPCC, RP, NCC
916.822.9761 (US) | 416.953.9858 (CANADA)