Welcome! I am Marie Dillinger, a licensed therapist who has been working with individuals, couples and families pursuing counseling for over 15 years. My experience has centered around mood disorders, adjustment issues, complicated grief and trauma. I work exclusively with adults ages 18 and over. The philosophical foundation of my therapy is based on the understanding that what we think influences how we feel which impacts how we behave. Therefore, to change any behavior or feeling we first need to address our thinking. My goal in the counseling process is to assist you in improving the quality of your life by guiding you in how to manage, resolve, and/or reconcile those issues in your life creating difficulty for you.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

In our first session togetyher, we'll start with brief introductions, then dive into the specific challenges you're facing. This will help me create a tailored plan for us to work throughin follow-up sessions.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

I will share what previous clients have said was the most valuable to them. They appreciate my authenticity, honesty, and skill set. They know that if I do need to confront them it is never in a hostile manner. My clients tell me they feel respected and supported in our relationship and believe I take the time to get a good understanding of their concerns. They express confidence in my expertise, stating that I have a variety of communication styles, can help de-escalate anxiety-laden moments, and listen well to their views. Clients state I have a knack for helping them see perspectives, outside their own, in situations. I think my biggest strength is the belief I hold and share with clients: As long as we're breathing, we can have hope and make changes if we're willing to do the work.

About Marie Dillinger