- 35 years experience
- Focus on trauma
- Supports chronic illness
About Mary
Her approach mixes evidence-based therapeutic techniques with attention to life context and identity. She helps people strengthen communication, build self-esteem, and cope with loss or major transitions. She also supports those dealing with chronic pain, illness, caregiving strain, and challenges tied to relationships and work.
Mary has long experience supporting people who face complicated trauma, dissociation, or mood concerns such as bipolar disorder and disruptive mood dysregulation. She also addresses issues that include codependency, control struggles, and difficulties tied to abandonment or avoidant personality patterns. Her work includes helping people navigate divorce, blended family concerns, and parenting stresses.
She pays attention to sexual and relational diversity and can talk openly about BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture in a nonjudgmental way. Therapy sessions aim to build coping strategies, increase self-compassion, and set realistic steps toward change. Mary emphasizes collaboration so goals match what matters most to each person.
People seeking help are invited to consider what practical changes they want. The process begins with a short questionnaire and scheduling, and then unfolds at a pace set by the client and therapist.
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Experience
35+ years
Credentials
Colorado
Languages
English
How evidence-based techniques translate to online work
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional processing. One common approach she uses teaches coping skills and behavioral strategies to manage anxiety, mood swings, and daily stressors. This helps people develop concrete steps they can try between sessions.Another approach focuses on processing trauma and its effects on thinking and relationships. That work helps people spot patterns, practice new responses, and rebuild a sense of safety and control in their day-to-day lives.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will help clients choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. Treatment plans are adjusted over time based on what is and isn’t working for the individual.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats offered before booking since the biography does not list them. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow quicker check-ins during a lunch break, or remove travel time to appointments. Some formats require less bandwidth or camera use, while others allow for more in-depth face-to-face conversation; talk with the therapist to pick what fits your schedule and energy level.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship problems, grief, parenting strain, and career-related stress, among other issues.
What is her therapeutic approach like?
Her style blends evidence-based therapeutic techniques with a practical focus on skills and life context. Sessions aim to improve communication, coping, and self-esteem.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mary brings 35 years of clinical experience to her practice and draws on long-term work with complex trauma, mood concerns, and addiction.
Where is she based and what credentials does she hold?
She practices in Colorado and holds credentials as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, and CSW.
Which languages and international clients are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much does therapy cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Mary?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.