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Fatima Maria Westgate(Ng), LMHC
Maria has seen a variety of clients from different backgrounds and with presenting problems. She has the most experience working with clients with Depression and Anxiety. She is also multi-culturally competent and an LGBTQ+ ally. She has worked with a number of clients who are 1st/2nd generation Americans or immigrants, struggling with issues related to settling in a new country.
Maria’s philosophy about counseling is that it’s for everyone - regardless of whether you have a mental health diagnosis or not. Her goal will always be to remove the stigma around discussing mental health issues and for everyone to have an honest conversation about how they’re feeling. Blue Alcove is a tribute to her bunny, Blue, and aims to be a judgment-free zone for anyone who is ready, to be honest with themselves.
Pronouns: She/Her
Languages: English, Mandarin, Cantonese
Therapy Approaches
Maria’s therapy approach is guided by a therapeutic philosophy of Gestalt and Existentialism therapeutic approaches. She believes in tailoring each therapy experience with different techniques from CBT, DBT, Schema, EMDR and more to suit each individual’s needs.
Maria is EMDR certified.
Insurances:
Aetna | Aetna Coventry
Cigna
Oscar Health
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Carelon
Quest Behavioral Health
Anthem EAP - Bank of America
United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
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