Culturally-rooted, neurodivergent-affirming support for navigating burnout, life transitions, and high-demand spaces.
Supporting trailblazers in the DC Metro area and 43 states nationwide | Bilingual services available in English and Spanish
It’s inevitable in high-pressure roles without the right support and foresight. Layer on being the first in your family to navigate institutional spaces, being neurodivergent in settings not built for you, and weathering subtle but constant microaggressions, and it’s easy to take on the belief that you don’t belong.
So you push yourself harder and harder.
And what once felt meaningful now sparks fatigue and panic.
But with the right support, this cycle can be overcome.
I’m Dra. Maria Jose Rendon, and I work with high achieving Latine professionals and scientists looking to re-learn how to protect their time and stay productive without sacrificing authenticity.
I am a trained cognitive behavioral therapist. In working with me, you can expect collaborative and structured guidance grounded in evidence-based methods that foster a healthier connection with yourself and those around you.
You juggle multiple roles and navigate academic hierarchies. Even when your work shines, your inner critic finds ways to make you doubt yourself.
I work with grad students, postbacs, postdocs, and established investigators. Whether you need help adjusting to a new city, advocating for yourself, or facing writer’s block, we will build strategies for sustainable life-work balance.
You easily notice patterns and see solutions others fail to see. You love optimizing systems and care deeply about your work, yet constant demands, the hidden load of managing people and pacing yourself make work-life balance feel legendary.
Together we design flexible strategies that support your productivity while respecting your autonomy and control.
You’ve moved to the U.S. and are building your career at institutions like the World Bank, PAHO, the IDB, or the IMF. You operate with precision, diplomacy, and careful relationship management. But you struggle with the constant code-switching and yearn to find more balance with your personal life.
I work with high achievers to manage these pressures with intention and in line with their values.
What does growth look like for you? What would you like to be different in a month, six months, or a year? I work with you on an individual basis to develop a treatment plan that is intentional, structured, and adjusts to your pace and resources. We therapy directly supports meaningful change. Together we:
I use evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness, within a culturally attuned neurodivergent-affirming lens that acknowledges systemic pressures impacting your mental health.
I am trained as a cognitive behavioral therapist, and deeply believe in what I have to offer. CBT is not just an evidence-based and effective approach to address a wide range of psychological concerns. Its structured style resonates with the way I already think and approach problems in my own life. I also find that it brings a sense of safety and direction for clients who are looking for concrete ways to better and manage their emotions. I believe that CBT helps people critically examine their thoughts and emotions. When presented thoughtfully, the concepts are accessible and can be profoundly empowering, especially when people feel stuck in existing patterns.
On a personal note, I was born and raised in Ecuador and moved to the U.S. as a high schooler. I have now lived in the U.S. for over 20 years. I carry the perspectives of an immigrant, a cultural and linguistic minority, and a U.S.-trained scientist-practitioner. I am a wife, a mom, and a business owner. Each stage has brought challenges but also growth I am proud of. Aware of the privilege my education affords, I also hope my support can elevate those navigating systems not designed for them.
I want to partner with you to help you embrace your own journey with confidence and joy. My hope is that, together, you can genuinely believe that being enough is good enough, and that you have much to offer to your loved ones and your community.
I am located in Maryland and offer telehealth appointments only.
I am authorized to provide psychotherapy to clients across all PSYPACT states*, allowing for flexible, remote sessions that fit your schedule.
For clients working or residing in Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia, I am an in-network provider with Aetna. I will work with you to verify your benefits and process claims on your behalf.
For clients residing in all other states, I offer out-of-network services and provide Superbills for insurance reimbursement.
My fees are structured as follows:
I accept all major credit cards as well as HSA/FSA debit cards.
*PSYPACT states include Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
If you are looking for therapy that combines structure with cultural understanding and keeps self-care a priority, get in touch.
I am excited to work with you to support your focus, to help you understand yourself better and perform at your best without compromising your authenticity.
To get started, schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if I’m the right fit for you.
Call: 240 200 0842
Email: hello@potomaccbt.com
