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Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy

Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
4 Endorsed
501-1st Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94401
Let's Connect (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
I believe for therapy to be effective, there must be established trust, a willingness to be vulnerable and a commitment to be authentic. I work with those seeking for a more balanced sense of themselves. My style is direct, transparent, insight-oriented and Psychodynamic. I use cognitive behavioral techniques and evidence based practices to help clients achieve their goals of working through depression, managing anxiety, replenishing caregiver-burnt out and coping with life stress. I am a family educator and also believe a sense of humor (when appropriate), is necessary for this line of work. Certified SoulCollage® facilitator.
My specialty is working with adolescents or young adults with eating disorders and their loved ones. Other areas of emphasis include: low self-esteem, relationship or marital discord, parenting challenges, issues with assertiveness and cross-cultural issues. I also appreciate helping individuals find a work-life balance.
I am knowledgeable about Family Based Therapy and am a firm believer in collaborating with other treatment providers as adjunct support for my clients to ensure I am treating them from a holistic perspective.
Call or Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (650) 435-4348

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy

501-1st Avenue

San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 435-4348
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Child and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy

501-1st Avenue

San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 435-4348
I specialize in Eating Disorders, Child and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by Cash, Check

Insurance

  • Health Plan of San Mateo (HPSM)
  • MediCal
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Qualifications

    Marriage & Family Therapist: Maria Levy Downs
  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of California / MFC83790 Maria Levy Downs
  • In Practice for 18 Years
  • Certificate from CAMFT 2015
  • Attended John F. Kennedy University, Masters in Counseling Psychology with a Specialization in Holistic Studies, Graduated 2007
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Eating Disorders
  • Child
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Cross-Cultural Issues
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

4 Endorsements

Kenneth Etefia
Kenneth Etefia
PsychiatristMD
Ms. Downs is a truly fantastic therapist with expertise in all varieties of mood, anxiety and eating disorders. She has helped me greatly in the care of some of my practice's most complex patients.
Kimberly Erlich-Pediatric Mental Health Specialist
Kimberly Erlich-Pediatric Mental Health Specialist
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerMSNMPHPNP-PCPMHS-BCCIMHP
Levy is a empathetic therapist with wonderful skills in individual and family therapy.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Pacific Islander

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Pacific Islander

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family Based Therapy Informed
  • Family Systems
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT

Location

Primary Location

Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy

501-1st Avenue

San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 435-4348
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (650) 435-4348
Photo of Maria Downs - Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Maria Levy Downs Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Last Modified: 12 May 2024