Maria Gaston
LCSW Associate
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
12 Endorsed
Let's Connect (919) 647-7492

I believe that healing begins in a space where individuals feel truly seen, heard, and valued. My goal is to create that space, one rooted in trust, empathy, and collaboration. With over 15 years of experience supporting both adolescents and adults, I’m passionate about helping clients navigate life’s challenges, strengthen coping skills, and rediscover their inner resilience. Whether working through anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions, I aim to empower every person I work with to move toward greater balance, clarity, and emotional well-being.
I take a holistic and personalized approach to therapy, integrating methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Play Therapy, and strength-based techniques to meet each client’s unique needs.
As a bilingual clinician, I value the importance of cultural awareness and strive to ensure that every client, especially within the Hispanic community feels understood and supported in their personal journey. My hope is to walk alongside you as you work toward growth, healing, and renewed hope.
Call or Email Maria Gaston now for a free 15 minute consultation - (919) 647-7492
Let's Connect (919) 647-7492

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $125
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Apple Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BHS | Behavioral Health Systems
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- First Health
- Humana
- MedCost
- Medicaid
- Optum
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / P022680 Maria E Gaston
Maria Gaston
LCSW Associate
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (919) 647-7492
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Life Transitions
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Trauma and PTSD
12 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino
I also speak
Spanish
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Play Therapy
- Strength-Based