Mabel Castro

Based in Florida, she draws on a blend of practical therapies to help clients address problematic thoughts, navigate life changes, and reduce compassion fatigue or addiction-related struggles. Her practice name, Meraki Therapy, reflects an emphasis on bringing creativity and wholehearted attention to the therapeutic process.

In sessions she works collaboratively to explore the roots of emotional pain and everyday obstacles, offering a calm, nonjudgmental presence that aims to make sharing easier. Mabel commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside acceptance-focused and client-centered techniques to structure work and assign practice between meetings.

She also incorporates mindfulness and motivational strategies when helpful to build coping skills, strengthen communication, and support recovery from relational and intimacy-related difficulties.

Clients who choose her practice can expect a focus on practical skill-building and compassionate listening, with attention to additional concerns such as caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, fertility and fatherhood issues, forgiveness, and HIV/AIDS related topics. Her approach centers on partnering with each person to map goals and take concrete steps toward greater balance and well-being.