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Maria Polanco

Registered Mental Health Counseling Intern The Luminescent Mind
Available next week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Adjustment Disorder, Addiction,
Insurance: Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, United Healthcare, Cigna, New Direction | Lucet,

Introduction

I see therapy as an opportunity to grow, to reconnect with oneself, and to develop tools that make life feel more manageable and meaningful. My goal is to provide an environment where challenges can be explored safely, new perspectives can emerge, strengths can be rediscovered, and tools can be built to support lasting growth. I am a bilingual therapist (English/Spanish) with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Miami. My clinical experience includes supporting adolescents, adults, and families with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, life transitions, and relationship challenges. These experiences have reinforced my belief that every person’s journey is unique, and that therapy should be tailored to fit each individual’s needs, values, and cultural background. In practice, I rely on evidence-based approaches that balance structure with flexibility, allowing sessions to be both practical and responsive to individual goals. At times this involves learning strategies to manage emotions, while at other times it means exploring deeper patterns that influence relationships and self-understanding. At the center of my work is the belief that change takes place in a collaborative environment guided by curiosity and compassion. My intention is to foster a sense of clarity, resilience, and confidence as clients move toward creating a more meaningful and fulfilling life.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Hispanic/Latinx

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families

Age groups

  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)

Languages

  • Spanish
  • English

Faiths

  • Catholic
  • Christian

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Maria Polanco accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • New Direction | Lucet
  • Oscar

Pay out-of-pocket

Maria Polanco has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

The Luminescent Mind in-person Office
1380 Ne Miami Gardens Dr, Suite 215
North Miami Beach, FL 33179-4709
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Frequently asked questions

Is Maria Polanco accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Maria Polanco is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Maria Polanco also offers a free consultation.
Does Maria Polanco offer telehealth appointments? Maria Polanco does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Maria Polanco specialize in? Maria Polanco specializes in the following areas: Addiction, Adjustment Disorder, Alcohol Use, Anxiety, Behavioral Issues, Career Counseling, Child or Adolescent, Codependency, Coping Skills, Depression, Family Conflict, Life Transitions, Parenting, PTSD, and Trauma.
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