I am licensed in Iowa and South Dakota with 30 years of professional work experience. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started! Thank you for considering my service, I look forward to the opportunity to work together and support you on your path to wellness.
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
IA LISW 01284
SD CSW-PIP 3229
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Mary was awesome and listened to me, my needs and understood what I needed help with. I really appreciated her professionalism.
Written on Oct 30, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Mary is a wonderful counselor who truly listens and makes me feel heard. I appreciate how attentive she is and how she follows up promptly, which reassures me that I am supported even between our meetings.
Written on Oct 12, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning career difficulties
Mary is very knowledgeable, patient and speaks to me on a relatable and non judgemental level. The is the first therapist that I've enjoyed and made any real progress with. Her down to earth tone and treats of expertise has been incredibly beneficial for me. I'm very grateful to her!
Written on Oct 04, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mary is a warm and welcoming person. She listens and talks through issues with me. I feel encouraged and more confident in my abilities to manage my life.
Written on Sep 30, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, and anger management
Mary is a very good therapist who listens and let's me make my own decisions but gives me advice and opinions when necessary. She responds and communicates in q very timely manner.
Written on Jul 24, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Amazing Therapist, she gets you instantly
Written on Jul 02, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and anger management