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Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo, LICSW

LICSW offering trauma-informed support
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and family
  • Acceptance and mindfulness

About Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo

Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo is a licensed clinical social worker in Massachusetts with over 10 years of professional experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, family conflict, and depression. She brings a compassionate, trauma-informed perspective to care and recognizes how painful and disorienting these challenges can feel. Her work emphasizes practical coping strategies that support emotional resilience while also creating space for personal growth and renewed hope.

Desiree uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to help clients reduce the influence of unhelpful thoughts and emotions. These approaches aim to strengthen present-moment awareness, clarify personal values, and build skills for living a more meaningful life. Her goal is to equip people with tools to improve their relationship with themselves and others and to move toward greater wellbeing.

She holds the LICSW credential - Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker - and frames therapy as a nonjudgmental process where clients can explore concerns, develop new coping skills, and find clearer direction. Desiree seeks to provide supportive clinical care tailored to each person's needs and pace.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationFamily problemsLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo have?

Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo has 10 years of experience.

Is Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LICSW credential (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker). License details: MA LICSW LICSW121390.

In which languages does Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English and Spanish.

Where is Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo located?

She is located in Massachusetts.

How can I work with Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo as my therapist?

You can work with Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo work with international clients?

Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Desiree Maldonado-Peluffo cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

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A major benefit of working online is flexibility. Clients can choose the mode of contact that suits them best - video sessions, phone conversations, live chat, or messaging - which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule or to continue care when life circumstances change.



Licensed professionals provide these services, and many therapists welcome client feedback and will work with you to find the right therapeutic match. If the fit is not ideal, it is generally possible to switch to a different therapist until you find someone who meets your needs. Online therapy can offer practical access and continuity of care for people seeking support from trained therapists.

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