Marcela Mota Aversa
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
About Marcela
My name is Marcela, I was born and raised in Mexico City and have been living in Boston for the last 26 years , I’m very comfortable in English and Spanish. I studied the career twice. My approach to therapy is co-constructivist, collaborative, strength based and solution oriented. I believe you are the expert in your story and I’m here to walk with you and offer you companionship and guidance as needed. Altogether, I have over twenty years of experience, 4 of them in Massachusetts and I’ve been in 12 step based recovery for 16 years. I believe in teletherapy! Telehealth is real, in many ways, is more efficient than doing it face to face. Think of me as a family PCP, I’m a generalist. I am always deeply interested in people and their stories, I would love to hear yours. If you are looking for help among us, I already believe in you! You are the kind of people that get the help they need and get better. Looking forward to meeting you.
What Marcela helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
- Stress, Anxiety
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- Aging and geriatric issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Commitment issues
- Control issues
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family of origin issues
- Guilt and shame
- Immigration issues
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Visually impaired
- Women's issues
How Marcela works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Systemic Therapy
What clients say
- “Marcela is an incredibly knowledgeable therapist. She challenged my toxic thinking patterns with kindness by suggesting different methods for handling my daily stressors. She gave tough advice when it was needed but also reminded me to stop being so hard on myself when it seemed like I wasn't making enough progress. Through her counseling, I eventually experienced a major breakthrough that I never thought would come. I am incredibly grateful for her guidance along the way, as well as her continued words of advice on the other side of my breakthrough.”
- “An amazing and patient listener who helps reframe struggles to manageable tasks”
- “Marcela is simply the best. She has a wonderfully calming voice, she listens empathetically, and asks thoughtful questions that help me arrive at a realization on my own. She is supportive, helps me be realistic with my endeavors, and recognizes all my strengths while encouraging my continued growth. I’ve tried therapy before, and I felt it was a waste of time. My work with Marcela feels like the exact opposite, and I sincerely plan on having her as a therapist indefinitely.”
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- “I would highly recommend Marcela. She took the time to understand my development snd made me feel every thing would be fine with time and some work. I love the approach to help me get out of my comfort zone and embrace the change. I truly am grateful and hope to continue with her as long as possible”
- “As an emerging mental health professional, I understand how important it is to have professional therapeutic support. Working with Marcela has been an invaluable part of my own mental health journey. She has helped me navigate challenges and life experiences that I had never faced before, providing guidance, insight, and support every step of the way.<br /> <br /> Throughout periods of adversity, Marcela has helped me stay grounded, mindful, and connected to my values. She has encouraged me to take courageous steps forward, helping me recognize that meaningful change is often built through small, intentional decisions that create momentum over time.<br /> <br /> What I appreciate most about Marcela is her professionalism, expertise, compassion, and depth of experience. She creates a supportive environment that fosters growth, self-reflection, and resilience. I am incredibly grateful for the work we have done together and for the positive impact she has had on my life.<br /> <br /> I truly feel fortunate that our paths crossed, and I would highly recommend her to anyone seeking a skilled, thoughtful, and dedicated therapist.”
- “Marcela is extremely attentive and a great listener. She has been helpful with organizing my thoughts and helping me reach my goals in life!”
- “I've only had 1 session so far but I feel less anxious about scheduling a 2nd with her, which is a big step for me. She is lovely, kind, and supportive.”
- “Best therapist ever.”
- “Best therapist ever.”
- “She is the best ever”
- “The best therapist I could ever ask for!<br /> <br /> She is an absolute blessing!”
- “A thoughtful and compassionate therapist!”
- “A thoughtful and compassionate therapist!”
- “Marcela is kind, smart, and full of awesome feedback. She’s helped me out a lot!”
- “Marcela was as wonderful as it gets for my first time with therapy! She was super understanding, relatable and made me feel like I mattered. Should’ve booked another sooner!”
These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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