Find Strength and Healing through Expert, Compassionate Care. You wouldn’t ignore a physical injury, yet so many of us suffer in silence with emotional pain. Whether you are navigating the echoes of trauma, the weight of depression, or the relentless cycle of anxiety, you deserve more than just "getting by" in your life. With decades of experience, I provide more than just a listening ear—I work with you to provide a roadmap to emotional growth and strength. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 35 years of experience helping adults navigate life’s challenges with compassion and understanding. My approach provides a safe, supportive space where you can process difficult experiences, build effective coping skills, and move toward healing and resilience. I work with adults ages 18 and older who are seeking greater clarity, strength, and emotional well-being. Healing happens when you are truly heard. I believe that building a collaborative, trusting relationship is the most powerful tool in therapy. You are the expert on your life; I am the guide helping you navigate it. Why Work With Me? My approach is Eclectic and Integrative, meaning I don’t believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. I tailor my clinical expertise to your specific symptoms, drawing from evidence-based approches to help you find clarity. Clinical Authority: Master’s in Counseling, fully licensed, Nationally Certified Counselor. Over 35 years of experience. Specialized Expertise: Proven success in treating trauma, childhood abuse, relationship dynamics including domestic abuse of all kinds, first responders, depression and life changes. Published Insight: Author of a specialized self-help book on panic and anxiety.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
Therapy should be collaborative and grounded in warmth. Healing happens when we feel safe enough to be honest — about our fears, our patterns, and even our hopes. In our work together, my goal is that you find a space that is calm, compassionate, and free of judgment. In our first session together, we focus on: Building Trust: A safe, judgment-free space to share your story. Open Dialogue: I encourage your questions as we discuss your situation; transparency is the foundation of our work. Immediate Action: We don’t just talk; we begin identifying goals and addressing symptoms from day one.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Providing a safe and welcoming space for healing is at the heart of my work. Meaningful change begins with trust — the kind that allows you to feel heard, understood, and supported. My role is to create an environment where you can explore your thoughts and emotions openly, at your own pace. Through years of experience, I have learned that therapy is most effective when it is collaborative. I listen intently, ask thoughtful questions, and work alongside you to better understand the challenges you’re facing. Together, we identify patterns, build practical tools, and develop strategies that promote lasting growth and resilience. Whether you are navigating anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, or personal struggles, I am committed to helping you feel empowered and equipped to move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Healing is a journey — and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Trauma-Focused CBT
This therapy method explores past trauma and its relationship to current symptoms, thought patterns and beliefs. This approach helps the person heal trauma, gain trust, self awareness and develop more control and power in their life.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT helps by exchanging current beliefs and patterns of thinking for more productive and healthy ones. This reduces symptoms like anxiety and depression and improves relationships and overall well being.
Christian Counseling
Christian counseling combines therapy and faith to address emotional difficulties and struggles. This can help to make sense of the "why" in our lives and help us feel less alone.
Compassion Focused
Compassion Focused therapy addresses how to identify and resolve shame and self criticism that is common with past trauma and abuse.
Eclectic
This therapy is adaptive and flexible, which allows the therapist to address the person's needs in a unique way.
2 ratings with written reviews
August 18, 2025
Always has the right words to say, asks the tricky questions to gauge my mental state, very sweet and kind, and assures me she’s there between sessions if needed.
May 8, 2025
MaryAnn was everything I had hoped for. She is compassionate and empathetic. I felt heard and understood. We talked at length about what's going on in my life and I know she will guide me, with a goal of making me feel better.