Maria Walton

Maria Walton

Ph.D., LCSW

Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker

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Dr. Walton earned a Master’s of Science in Social Work from the University of Texas at Austin in 1996 after graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree from Vanderbilt University. She has been working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1998. In 2014, Maria earned a PhD from Tennessee State University, and is currently licensed as a Psychologist.

Maria specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, grief/loss, and women’s issues. Maria utilizes a psychodynamic approach in her work with clients, helping clients to identify and correct maladaptive patterns of relating with the self and others. Adjunctive therapies Maria utilizes include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Maria also provides psychological assessment services, including testing for bariatric surgical candidates, and diagnostic testing for conditions such as ADHD, mood disorders, and dementia.

Degrees, Certifications & Specialties

• Ph.D.
• LCSW
• Psychologist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Education

• Tennessee State University
• University of Texas at Austin
• Vanderbilt University

Languages Spoken

• English

Practice Locations & Hours

Insurance Coverage & Plans

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Treatments, Services & Tests at Athena Care