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LPC, LMHC

Mary "Jane" Poulson, LPC, LMHC

  • Experience30 years
  • LocationWashington
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Mary

Mary "Jane" Poulson brings three decades of clinical experience to her work as a licensed counselor in Washington. Jane earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology and built a long career supporting people through anxiety, depression, trauma, and a wide range of life challenges.

Background and approach

She holds LPC and LMHC credentials and has provided psychotherapy and skills-based interventions across many settings over the years. Her approach is grounded in collaboration and practical skill-building.

Jane blends client-centered listening with evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and she teaches mindfulness practices to help manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. She frames therapy as an interactive process that includes education, coping tools, and personalized strategies tailored to each person’s needs.

Jane's focus areas include stress, self-esteem, career issues, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and other clinical and life difficulties. She aims to create a respectful, down-to-earth working relationship in which clients learn skills and make decisions that support better functioning and well-being.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that adapt to your needs

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and collaboration so the therapist follows the client's pace and priorities while helping them explore values and goals. This approach supports people who want a respectful, nonjudgmental space to make sense of their experiences.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and learning concrete skills to change them, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Choosing the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will work together with each person to determine which approaches best match their goals, preferences, and immediate needs, adapting techniques as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging so people can fit care into busy lives or access support from different locations. These remote formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice skills between sessions, and choose the communication style that feels most manageable.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist work with?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and many related concerns listed in the profile.
What is the therapist's general approach and style?
The therapist takes a down-to-earth, interactive stance that combines client-centered listening with practical skill teaching and education.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The profile indicates 30 years of experience in the behavioral health field working with adults and adolescents across a variety of issues.
What credentials and licensure are listed?
Credentials shown are LPC and LMHC with the specific licence details OR LPC C6848 and WA LMHC LH00005937.
In what language are sessions offered and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are conducted in English and the therapist is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available for remote work?
Remote session options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How is pricing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working with this therapist?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

Washington, Oregon

Languages

English

What Mary can help with

Mary "Jane" Poulson works with clients on stress and anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, depression, and coping with life changes.

Mary works with adolescents and adults with anxiety and depression.

How Mary approaches therapy

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

Experience and training

Mary is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Washington.