As a licensed therapist in Washington, I bring over 20 years of dedicated experience supporting individuals through complex life challenges. My professional approach centers on helping clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship dynamics, family conflicts, and healing from traumatic experiences. I specialize in providing compassionate, evidence-based support for individuals seeking meaningful personal growth and emotional wellness. My practice is rooted in understanding each client's unique journey, offering a supportive and non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, develop resilience, and create positive transformative strategies. I am committed to walking alongside my clients, honoring their strengths, and supporting their path toward healing and self-discovery.
Additional areas of focus: Coping with grief and loss, Intimacy related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Motivation, self esteem, and confidence, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Executive and professional coaching, Compassion fatigue, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Divorce and separation, Guilt and shame, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-love, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
WA LICSW LW60561606
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She’s a great listener and allows me time to genuinely think and process my thoughts
Written on Sep 01, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Mary Ann is a great listener and asks questions and helps with any questions that i have had and answers in a timely manner. I will miss her when she is gone for the summer.
Written on May 31, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, and self esteem
Mary Ann is great. Very professional and personable. She’s very easy to talk to. Highly recommend her.
Written on May 21, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and bipolar disorder
Has really helped me!
Written on May 19, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Excellent listener.
Written on Apr 28, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I have been working with Mary Ann for almost a year. She has been an invaluable support through some difficult times. She is a good listener and offers constructive feedback and ideas to move forward.
Written on Nov 20, 2025 after therapy with Mary Ann for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes