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Available both in-person and online
32393 Hackberry Road San Benito, TX 78586
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience in working with various age groups, from children, adolescence, and adults to geriatrics. I help men, women, and children work through different struggles of life, such as, school, work, and relationships. I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy to work through anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, and addiction. I help individuals gain control of their thoughts, their feelings and emotions; and bring them to a world of empowerment and strength to overcome many of life's difficulties.
The only way to get past it, is to go through it with support, compassion, and understanding. Some coping practices are mindfulness, art therapy, grounding, relaxation breathing, and journaling. I will listen to you and guide you through self reflection to gain awareness and insight in identifying the causes to your struggles.
Everyone needs a therapist! Everyone experiences life troubles and difficulties. Getting through life is about the relationships we build and the most important one is the one with yourself because YOU are important and you matter! In our session together, you will be met with genuiness, care, and compassion to provide a safe place for healing and growth.
Take the first step to help. Call or Marilena Jean Esparza now - (956) 996-8231

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

32393 Hackberry Road

San Benito, TX 78586 map

(956) 996-8231

Von Ormy, TX 78073

My website
I offer in person therapy sessions or online via video (totally secured). I am available on weekends and in the evenings.
I specialize in Depression, ADHD and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (956) 996-8231
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

32393 Hackberry Road

San Benito, TX 78586 map

(956) 996-8231

Von Ormy, TX 78073

My website
I offer in person therapy sessions or online via video (totally secured). I am available on weekends and in the evenings.
I specialize in Depression, ADHD and Anxiety 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Venmo, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EAP:Cigna
  • EAP:United Health/Optum
  • Humana
  • Humana - Dual
  • Humana - Medicare
  • United Health/Optum
  • United Health/Optum - Medicaid
  • United Health/Optum - Medicare
  • WellCare
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Grow Therapy makes it easy to check your insurance coverage and see your costs upfront. Sessions cost $21 on average with insurance, though this varies by plan. You can get an estimate on our website or contact your insurer for more details.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231
"
Grow Therapy makes it easy to check your insurance coverage and see your costs upfront. Sessions cost $21 on average with insurance, though this varies by plan. You can get an estimate on our website or contact your insurer for more details.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 57050 Marilena Jean Esparza
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended UTRGV, Masters of Science in Social Work, Graduated 2010
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners LCSW-23165 / 2025
  • Certificate from Certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy 489949 / 2025
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Credentials and trainings are important, but most important is the connection built with your provider and the time and attention given to you to feel heard, valued, and appreciated.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231
"
Credentials and trainings are important, but most important is the connection built with your provider and the time and attention given to you to feel heard, valued, and appreciated.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Illness
  • Coping Skills
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
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I work with clients struggling with various mental health disparities affecting thier relationships, families, work and school. During our intial session, I will ask a lot of questions (no I'm not a detective) but I want to get to know you, learn about you, understand the life you lived and identify how I can best help you. I will create a treatment plan tailored to YOU, addressing your goals!
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231
"
I work with clients struggling with various mental health disparities affecting thier relationships, families, work and school. During our intial session, I will ask a lot of questions (no I'm not a detective) but I want to get to know you, learn about you, understand the life you lived and identify how I can best help you. I will create a treatment plan tailored to YOU, addressing your goals!
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Reality Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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I often use psychoanalytic therapy that encompasses CBT, Mindfulness, and Strength-based. Initially, the first session will be out YOU, listening to you, allowing for you to share your story. With DBT/CBT, I will encourage healthy coping skills to minimize the feelings of negative emotions and develop self control. The following sessions are to create change through self awareness and insight
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231
"
I often use psychoanalytic therapy that encompasses CBT, Mindfulness, and Strength-based. Initially, the first session will be out YOU, listening to you, allowing for you to share your story. With DBT/CBT, I will encourage healthy coping skills to minimize the feelings of negative emotions and develop self control. The following sessions are to create change through self awareness and insight
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
or call with questions - (956) 996-8231

Location

Primary Location

32393 Hackberry Road

San Benito, TX 78586

(956) 996-8231

Additional Location

Von Ormy, TX 78073

(956) 996-8231
"
I offer in person therapy sessions or online via video (totally secured). I am available on weekends and in the evenings.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (956) 996-8231
"
I offer in person therapy sessions or online via video (totally secured). I am available on weekends and in the evenings.
Photo of Marilena Jean Esparza, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Marilena Jean Esparza
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Take the first step to help. Call now - (956) 996-8231