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Mario Palacios, LMFT

Experienced LMFT for stress and relationships
  • CBT informed approach
  • Works with families and individuals
  • Video phone and text

About Mario Palacios

Mario Palacios is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a commitment to helping people navigate life’s stressors and regain a sense of control. He works with individuals and families who are motivated to improve their quality of life and who want realistic, achievable goals that support lasting change.

Palacios emphasizes a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust and empathy, using that foundation to collaboratively build practical steps toward growth. He focuses on empowering clients who feel they have lost control so they can reconnect with their values and daily routines.

Throughout the work he encourages clients to be kind to themselves and to recognize that meaningful change often begins from within. He welcomes those ready to take the first step toward healing and offers guidance aimed at restoring balance, improving relationships, and strengthening self-awareness.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGrief

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mario Palacios have?

Mario Palacios has 25 years of experience.

Is Mario Palacios a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. His license details are CA LMFT 46078.

In which languages does Mario Palacios provide therapy?

He provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Mario Palacios located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Mario Palacios as my therapist?

You can work with Mario Palacios through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mario Palacios work with international clients?

Mario Palacios does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mario Palacios 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 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.

CBT-informed Care and Flexible Online Sessions



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-based approach that helps clients identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, and then test and change those patterns through targeted behavioral strategies. It is often used to address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and patterns that maintain distress.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mario Palacios works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps ensure that therapy feels relevant and achievable.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions happen - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to continue work when attending in person is difficult. These options support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow clients to engage in therapy in ways that suit their daily lives.

Ready to start therapy with Mario Palacios?

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