Macarena Santelices, MD, LCPC, LPCC
- Strengths based collaboration
- Goal focused therapy
- Stress and anxiety support
About Macarena Santelices
Macarena focuses on meeting clients where they are, offering steady support while collaborating on clear, practical goals. Together, she and her clients work to identify what is getting in the way, clarify what matters most, and take steps toward the kind of life and relationships they want to cultivate. She also notes that she does not provide trauma therapy, and encourages anyone seeking trauma-focused work to connect with a different therapist for that specific need.
As a physician (MD) and a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Macarena brings a broad clinical perspective to the therapy process. She recognizes that starting therapy can take courage and aims to make the first steps feel approachable and purposeful.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Macarena Santelices have?
Macarena Santelices has 14 years of professional experience.
Is Macarena Santelices a licensed therapist?
Yes. Macarena Santelices holds the credentials MD, LCPC, and LPCC. License details include MD LCPC LC11084 and CA LPCC 16678.
In which languages does Macarena Santelices provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Macarena Santelices located?
Macarena Santelices is located in California.
How can I work with Macarena Santelices as my therapist?
You can work with Macarena Santelices through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to choose the format that best fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Macarena Santelices work with international clients?
No. Macarena Santelices does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Macarena Santelices cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic tools that translate well to online care
Macarena Santelices draws from practical, skills-based approaches that can fit naturally into online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing new ways of responding. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, low mood, and self-esteem challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes coping skills such as emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication strategies, which can be especially helpful when feelings are intense or relationships feel strained. Mindfulness Therapy helps clients build present-moment awareness, so they can relate differently to worries, self-criticism, or overwhelm and make choices aligned with their goals.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Macarena collaborates with clients to understand what they want to change, what has or has not worked before, and what feels realistic right now. Together, they can tailor strategies to match the client’s needs, preferences, and pace.
Online therapy offers flexibility without losing structure. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support around work, parenting, or shifting schedules, and to continue building skills between sessions.
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