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Mary Smith, LMSW

  • Experience23 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Mary

Mary Smith is a licensed LMSW based in Michigan who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, mood concerns, relationship difficulties, and ADHD among other challenges. With 23 years of clinical experience, she blends empathy with practical strategies to support clients navigating grief, trauma, addiction, and life transitions.

Background and approach

Her work often emphasizes improving communication, strengthening self-esteem, and building coping skills for sleep, anger, parenting, career, and compassion fatigue. She uses a person-centered stance that honors each client's values while integrating evidence-based tools like cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness to address thoughts, behaviors, and emotional regulation.

Motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas also inform her practice, allowing exploration of patterns and sources of motivation. Mary aims to create an inclusive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore meaning, reduce isolation, and develop resilience.

Sessions are offered through multiple online formats to accommodate varying needs and schedules.

Approaches that translate to online care

Mary integrates client-centered therapy by prioritizing each person's goals and perspectives, creating space for clients to lead discussions about what matters most to them. Cognitive behavioral therapy is used to identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, and stress management. Mindfulness therapy offers practical skills to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity, supporting sleep, emotion regulation, and coping with traumatic memories.

Deciding on the right approach is collaborative; Mary will work with clients to consider goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped in the past. Together they can blend techniques and adjust strategies over time so the work stays focused and relevant to changing needs.

Online therapy makes these approaches accessible through flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options allow clients to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue care during transitions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable while receiving support from a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does Mary frequently address?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, and ADHD among other areas.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Mary practices in a client-centered way while incorporating evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness techniques, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic perspectives to match treatment to each person's needs.
What is her background and experience?
She is a licensed social worker with 23 years of clinical experience working with mood disorders, relationship issues, stress-related problems, and long-term personal growth work.
Where is she licensed and how is that described?
Mary holds an LMSW license in Michigan with the license number MI LMSW 6801071987 and practices from that state.
Does she work with clients in other countries or languages?
Sessions are conducted in English and she accepts international clients for online therapy.
What session formats are available for working together?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexible options for different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with client location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

What Mary can help with

Mary Smith works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, bipolar disorder, and depression.

Mary works with depression, anxiety, stress, and family dynamics.

How Mary approaches therapy

Mary's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Mary is a Licensed Masters Social Worker practicing in Michigan, with 23 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Mary aims to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your experiences, develop resilience, and cultivate meaningful change.