What Therapists Are Saying
Izaskun Cruz, LMFT
When I started working with Maria Ayala, I found the true meaning of being held, understood, and seen in this profession. She always prioritized me and gave me a space where I felt I was finding my identity as a therapist. I had a fantastic experience as her supervisee. I recommend her and will always be blessed to have her in my lifetime.
Nicole Rodriguez, LMHC
If I could give six stars, even seven or more, I would. Maria is such a remarkable supervisor and a special person. Maria was my supervisor for a little over two years while I was getting my license in Mental Health Counseling and I owe my professional and personal growth to her. I loved Maria’s supervision style as she not only helped me clinically with each case I brought to supervision, but also helped me discover and connect with who I am as a therapist in the therapy room with a client and outside of the therapy space. I can honestly say that through supervision with Maria, I am the kind of therapist I am today; compassionate with every person I meet, more attuned with clients, and more aware of myself as a therapist. Thank you so much Maria!!
Mariajose Guerra,LMHC
I had the privilege of being supervised by Maria Ayala during my time as a Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, and her guidance was truly transformative. Maria’s extensive knowledge, combined with her compassionate and approachable demeanor, created an ideal environment for growth and learning.
She has a remarkable ability to balance professionalism with genuine care, ensuring that I always felt supported while being challenged to enhance my clinical skills. Maria’s dedication to fostering ethical practices and her emphasis on evidence-based approaches greatly influenced my own approach to counseling.
Her mentorship not only refined my technical skills but also helped me grow personally, instilling confidence and a deeper understanding of how to connect with clients authentically. Maria is not just a supervisor; she is a role model, and I will always be grateful for her wisdom, encouragement, and belief in my potential.
Thank you, Maria, for being such an integral part of my professional journey.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/mariajose-guerra-doral-fl/1437846
Yailene Delossantos, Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern
I had the honor of working with Maria throughout my time as a student intern during my master's program as well as in my first months as a Registered Intern. I am deeply grateful for the guidance and support I received from Maria during my therapeutic journey. As my clinical supervisor, she created a safe and nurturing environment that allowed me to explore my strengths and challenges as a "baby" therapist.
Her insightful feedback and encouragement were instrumental in my growth, helping me refine my skills and develop my unique therapeutic style. Maria modeled compassion and professionalism, demonstrating the importance of building a genuine connection with your clinical supervisor.
Thanks to her unwavering support, I was able to gain confidence in my abilities and a deeper understanding of the therapeutic process. She helped me realize that growth is not linear and how important it is to practice giving myself grace and acknowledging difficulty as I progressed as a counselor. She always encouraged me to recognize my growth and potential as a clinician. I truly appreciate all she has done for me, and I will carry the lessons I've learned from her into my practice every day. Although she is no longer my qualified supervisor, I know I can always count on her to be a listening ear and a pillar of support in this field which can feel immensely isolating. I cannot recommend her highly enough to anyone seeking a dedicated and inspiring supervisor.