Maria Frassinelli Sierra, LCSW, LICSW
- Grief and loss
- Cancer and medical support
- Life transitions and coaching
About Maria Frassinelli Sierra
Her work also addresses major life transitions, helping clients navigate shifts in career, identity, and relationships, and she brings experience in executive and professional coaching as well as LGBTQ-related concerns. Maria approaches care from a strengths-based perspective, affirming that each person is the expert on their own story and has resources that can be used to move forward.
She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials - professional licenses for clinical social work that indicate advanced training and authorization to provide therapeutic services. Maria emphasizes collaboration, partnering with people to lighten burdens, expand coping options, and build practical strategies for daily life. Her manner is supportive and grounded, focused on helping clients find clearer direction and renewed resilience as they face difficult changes.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Maria Frassinelli Sierra have?
Maria Frassinelli Sierra has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Maria Frassinelli Sierra a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW. License details are CT LCSW 6023 and MA LICSW LICSW127851.
In which languages does Maria Frassinelli Sierra provide therapy?
Maria Frassinelli Sierra provides therapy in English.
Where is Maria Frassinelli Sierra located?
She is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Maria Frassinelli Sierra as my therapist?
You can work with Maria Frassinelli Sierra through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Maria Frassinelli Sierra work with international clients?
Maria Frassinelli Sierra does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Maria Frassinelli Sierra cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Maria often integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy into her work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify personal values and develop flexible responses to difficult thoughts and emotions, which can be useful for managing long-term health challenges and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and respect for the client's perspective, creating space for people to explore feelings and make their own choices about next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools to reduce stress and improve day-to-day functioning.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Maria collaborates with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors strategies over time so the work remains relevant and effective for the individual.
Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to access support when in-person meetings are difficult. This range of options supports consistent progress and lets clients choose the format that feels most manageable for them.
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