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Maria Medina Whitfield, MSW

4.9 of 5 Stars
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General Info

Gender

Female

Languages

English
Italian
Spanish

Specialties

Social Work
Counseling

Featured Publications

Click here to view my publications

Maria Medina Whitfield, MSW, practices social work and mental health counseling at Ochsner Health.

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Ochsner Patient Verified Reviews

February 2024

I look forward to our sessions.

January 2024

She showed great concern & offered many solutions to my problems.

January 2024

I always look forward to my appointments with my provider. I feel so much better following our sessions.

December 2023

There has been a reduction in one of my medications. My provider was very satisfied that I had no reaction to a lower dosage of this med.

September 2023

Very good session!!

September 2023

Maria is always very helpful and concerned for my well being

August 2023

My care provider helped me make some decisions about my health care. This really helped!!

August 2023

Very professional, very considerate to make certain I understood the conversation, very patient if I needed a more in-depth answer.

August 2023

Maria is a breath of fresh air and unique insights that I will benefit from. Her experience Is Invaluable for me. I'm very motivated to receive her help. I wish I met her sooner.

June 2023

Excellent rapport with my Mental Health Counselor

May 2023

Maria is fantastic.

May 2023

Maria is awesome! Always concerned about me and my well being.

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