Welcome Marianella to the Flourish Team

Marianella Castro, LGPC

Marianella is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor (LGPC) in Maryland, DC and a certified Life Coach, offering therapy in both English and Spanish. She provides a culturally sensitive and inclusive space for clients, ensuring they feel supported and understood in their preferred language.

Marianella specializes in working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and career or life transitions. She is particularly passionate about helping individuals balance cultural expectations with personal identity, empowering them to live with greater purpose and fulfillment.

With over 15 years of experience as a high school counselor, Marianella has extensive expertise supporting teens and their families through emotional challenges, family dynamics, and academic or career planning. Her work also spans personal growth coaching, guiding adults through significant life changes such as career transitions, managing burnout, and redefining their paths.

Holding a bachelor’s degree in psychology from San Francisco State University and a Master’s degree in Counseling Education from San Jose State University, Marianella is deeply committed to destigmatizing mental health within Latino/x and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) communities. She creates a safe, supportive environment where clients feel seen, heard, and valued.

Her therapeutic approach is compassionate, trauma-informed, and person-centered, integrating evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address a variety of challenges. Whether supporting adults seeking healing and clarity or working with adolescents and their families, Marianella tailors her thoughtful, individualized approach to meet each client’s unique goals and needs.