Dr. Mary Wilson

LCPC, 30 years of experience
Solution oriented
Direct
Warm

Hi there! I am a licensed therapist and have been in the field for 30 years. I have a doctorate in Philosophy with a focus of Psychology. I specialize in personality disorders, anger management, and trauma. My passion is working with adults that present with an array of issues including but not limited to anger, trauma, mood disorders, personality disorders, and criminal behavior. I have a lengthy background with couple counseling, effective communication, and narcissistic abuse.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

In our first session together we will do a brief introduction and then dive into the challenges that you are currently experiencing that brought you to therapy. In the following session we will identify goals that will guide us throughout your treatment.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I believe my greatest strength is my dedication to the success of my patients. My approach will be dependent on what your needs are at the time of the session. This includes providing validation, guidance, challenging your thoughts, providing alternative viewpoints and methods of coping, all when appropriate and therapeutic.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

I love working with adults who are eager to make a change in their life. If you are dedicated to yourself and your mental health, you are already headed for success.

Specialties

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Licensed in

Illinois

Accepts

Location

Virtual

My treatment methods

Daialectical Behavior (DBT)

I have used DBT for over 20 years and use it primarily for my patients with personality disorders, criminal behavior, and substance abuse.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I began my career in the mental health field using CBT, which brings 30 years of experience with this treatment method. I use CBT to address multiple mental health issues, including but not limited to anger, trauma, trauma, OCD, and mood disorders.

Psychodynamic

I primarily use the psychodynamic treatment method with adult who have experienced childhood trauma.

Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy

I use rational emotive behavioral therapy to assist patients with challenging their negatives thoughts to deter negative emotional/behavioral reactions and actions.

, 95 ratings

15 ratings with written reviews

March 19, 2026

So far, Dr. Wilson is helping dig into my life, understanding more about why I am the person I am today. She’s extremely understanding, non-judgemental and clear about what she is trying to do. Looking forward to continued sessions.

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 5 with Dr.

October 28, 2025

I immediately liked Dr. Wilson. She asked intelligent questions and based on my answers, she knew exactly where to direct and guide me. For the first time in over a decade, I feel as if I am in very capable hands. Thank you!

Verified client, age 55-64
Review shared after session 1 with Dr.

July 30, 2025

Dr. Mary Wilson is top notch! She helps you deal with tough issues and hard decisions in a firm but caring manner. 10/10

Verified client, age 35-44
Review shared after session 17 with Dr.