Maria Pulley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Michigan. She practiced social work in community mental health for over seven years where she gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in treating mental illness. Maria personally understands the significant impact of social work in her life. As a single parent and full time student she depended on government assistance and social services for many years. Her personal experiences as well as her associates degree in Mental Health, influenced her decision to practice social work as a career. Her mission is to empower every individual that she encounters to be able to help themselves through difficult times and situations. She sees every individual as experts in their own lives and is dedicated to promoting personal growth and enhancing well-being. Specialties Depression Grief and Loss Sexual Abuse Anxiety, Stress Self esteem, confidence Additional experience, Crisis Resolution, Overcoming past trauma, Becoming more assertive, responding to sudden life changes, overcoming childhood trauma, relationship issues, women issues Maria is experienced with the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Task Centered Therapy and Behavioral Therapy.