Maya Shapira

Maya Shapira (She/Her/Hers) is working towards her MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling degree through Wilmington University with a background in Psychology from Ithaca College. Maya is passionate about supporting individuals on their mental health journeys and is excited to offer both in-person and virtual appointments as part of her internship.

Through her experience working at addiction treatment centers, Maya has gained valuable insight into the unique challenges individuals face when dealing with substance use and mental health concerns. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based support for those navigating struggles such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and addiction.

Maya approaches each therapeutic relationship with openness, empathy, and a genuine curiosity to understand others. She believes deeply in respecting the autonomy of every individual and strives to create a space where clients feel both heard and valued. Her approach is holistic and strengths-based, recognizing the uniqueness of each person while integrating a trauma-informed and harm reduction framework.

In therapy, Maya’s goal is to support clients in their healing journey with understanding and compassion. She aims to build relationships based on trust and mutual respect, empowering individuals in their personal growth. Maya holds great respect for the courage it takes to seek therapy and is dedicated to being a steady, supportive presence every step of the way.

Outside of her professional work, Maya finds peace and balance through hiking, reading, kayaking, and exploring new places. She is a firm believer in the importance of self-care and is committed to helping others discover the tools they need to live fulfilling balanced lives.

Maya’s typical fee is $95 for individual therapy (53 min); She can work on a flexible sliding scale if needed. More on our Fee’s for our Internship Program