- Focus on real change
- Nonjudgmental listening
- Homework and skills
About Mabel
Mabel Castro is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with ten years of clinical experience. She practices in Florida and works with people facing anxiety, depression, stress, and low self-esteem. Mabel focuses on helping clients move past trauma, relationship strain, and painful patterns that get in the way of daily life.
She named her practice Meraki Therapy to reflect a style that brings creativity and care to therapeutic work. Early sessions concentrate on identifying what is blocking a person's sense of well-being and what changes matter most to them. Mabel aims to make the space nonjudgmental and easy to talk in so people can share their story.
Mabel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which often includes practical homework to notice thoughts and try new behaviors. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and mindfulness techniques to help people accept difficult feelings while taking steps toward valued goals. Motivational interviewing and a client-centered stance inform how she listens and supports change.
Over her career she has helped clients with a wide range of concerns including compassion fatigue, addictions, intimacy issues, and coping with life changes. She also addresses caregiving stress, blended family dynamics, fertility and fatherhood issues, and problems tied to aging and HIV/AIDS. The work is focused on the individual's goals and what will move them forward.
Sessions are offered in English. Prospective clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Mabel uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that improve mood and daily functioning. CBT usually includes short exercises or homework to practice new ways of thinking and acting between sessions.She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice difficult feelings and still move toward what they value. Mindfulness techniques are used to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to stress.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then adapt methods as the work progresses to fit each person's needs.
The original biography notes availability for telehealth sessions including phone and live chats, so confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about what format best fits your schedule and how you want to structure sessions.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Mabel help people with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma and relationship or intimacy-related issues, as well as addiction and compassion fatigue.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is conversational and direct, aiming to identify barriers to well-being and try practical steps. Sessions mix listening with skills and brief assignments to practice between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mabel has ten years of experience working with diverse concerns across mental health and relational challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Florida and also holds licensure in Pennsylvania as noted in her credentials.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.