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Mary Povolo, LMSW

  • Experience3 years
  • LocationMichigan
  • Focus areasADHD, Addictions, and Relationship
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Mary

Mary Povolo is a licensed LMSW practicing in Michigan who focuses on a broad range of life challenges including addictions, relationship concerns, parenting struggles, stress and anxiety, trauma and grief, and ADHD.

Background and approach

She approaches each person as the expert of their own story, drawing on clients' existing strengths while offering supportive guidance through difficult transitions and emotional distress. Mary emphasizes practical coping skills alongside exploration of underlying patterns that contribute to persistent problems such as depression, bipolar symptoms, anger, and self-esteem difficulties.

With three years of professional experience, Mary also addresses issues around intimacy, eating and sleeping problems, career stress, compassion fatigue, and family-of-origin dynamics. Her work extends to additional focus areas like codependency, divorce and separation, aging and geriatric concerns, autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual and hearing impairments, and women's issues.

She encourages the courageous first step of beginning therapy and collaborates with clients to build on their resilience and move toward clearer goals and healthier daily functioning.

Evidence-based approaches and online care



Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on building skills and insight. One common approach she uses emphasizes practical coping strategies to manage anxiety, stress, mood swings, and ADHD-related challenges; this involves identifying triggers, developing routines, and practicing concrete tools to improve daily functioning. Another approach centers on exploring relationship and family patterns to address intimacy, codependency, and family-of-origin issues, helping clients recognize interaction cycles and try alternative responses that support healthier connections.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mary engages clients collaboratively to determine which methods match their needs, goals, and personal style. She encourages trial and adjustment so treatment can evolve as progress is made and priorities shift.

Online therapy with Mary is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals, accommodate busy lives, and maintain momentum between in-person commitments.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Mary address?
Mary works with a wide range of issues including addictions, relationship and parenting challenges, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, ADHD, mood disorders, and intimacy-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She views clients as experts on their own lives and emphasizes collaboration, practical coping strategies, and exploring patterns that contribute to problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mary has three years of professional experience supporting people through addiction, family issues, mood concerns, and life transitions.
Where is Mary licensed and practicing?
She holds an LMSW and is licensed in Michigan with credential MI LMSW 6801079549.
Does Mary offer services in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English only and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for appointments?
Mary offers a variety of online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Mary?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling sessions according to Marys availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesParenting issues

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCodependencyDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesHearing impairedInfidelityIntellectual disabilityWomen's issues

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English