Online in Colorado, New Mexico
(Online Only)
I strive to create a therapeutic environment where individuals can explore all aspects of themselves. Utilizing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I place emphasis on the therapeutic relationship and the unique needs of the people I work with. I view therapy as a collaborative space to navigate the inevitable complexities that arise during a lifetime, exploring both conscious and unconscious narratives with curiosity and care.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: LGBTQ+, Men, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Languages: English
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Biopsychosocial Therapy Takes into account biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health. It looks at the whole person, not just symptoms.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Existential / Humanistic Therapy Encourages people to explore meaning, freedom, and authenticity in their lives. It focuses on personal growth and living in alignment with one’s values.
- Feminist Therapy Addresses how gender roles, power, and social inequality affect mental health. It empowers clients to challenge limiting beliefs and systems.
- Integrative Therapy Combines techniques from multiple approaches into a customized plan. It adapts to each client’s unique situation and needs.
- Intersubjective Therapy Explores the shared emotional experience between therapist and client. It emphasizes connection and mutual understanding.
- Jungian Therapy Draws on Carl Jung’s ideas about archetypes, dreams, and the collective unconscious. It helps people explore deeper layers of meaning.
- Multicultural Therapy Acknowledges the role of culture, race, and identity in mental health. It values diversity and adapts treatment to each person’s background.
- Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) Emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and authenticity. It provides a safe space for self-discovery and growth.
- Psychodynamic Therapy Explores unconscious thoughts and patterns that influence current behavior. It builds insight into how the past impacts the present.
- Relational Psychotherapy Emphasizes the healing power of the therapist-client relationship. It uses trust and safety as a foundation for change.
- Somatic Therapy Helps clients notice how emotions are stored in the body. It uses breath, movement, and awareness for healing trauma and stress.
Approach Description: I am a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adult individuals, couples, and teenagers. I practice from an integrative relational approach, which is effective in addressing both conscious and unconscious psychological processes. I specialize in family-of-origin issues, relationships, life transitions, and chronic illness.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee $230
- Accepts Insurance
- In network with NM Medicaid plans. I provide Superbills (monthly statements) for possible out-of-network insurance reimbursement for other plans.
Education & Credentials
Dr. Maria Canyon PsyD, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
- Female
- License # PSY.0005954; PSY-2024-0047
- Licensed in CO; NM
- Practicing Since 2017
Education: University of Pittsburgh Medical Center: Post-Doctoral Fellowship
University of Denver: Doctor of Clinical Psychology
University of Denver: Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology
Dr. Maria Canyon Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of Colorado, New Mexico
- Online Therapy Details: HIPAA-Compliant Zoom and Therapy Portal
My approach is primarily relational and insight oriented. This means that I place emphasis on the importance of the unconscious and underlying narratives and emotions that inform your interactions with yourself and the world. I believe that by taking the time to explore the context and history of the problem or symptom you are experiencing we can better address it. I have a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and have received training from psychoanalysts, cognitive behavioral therapists, and trauma/somatic informed practitioners in a variety of settings which have enriched my practice. I am truly passionate about what I do, allowing me to be present as both a human and a psychologist.