Mary McKenzie-Nason
Hi I am Mary McKenzie-Nason (LPCC, M.ED), I am a Professional Clinical Counselor who graduated with my Master’s Degree in Community Agency Counseling from Cleveland State University. I have been practicing since 2010 and have experience working with individuals, couples and families.
I take the time to develop a space where clients feel they can be authentically themselves.
Research shows, and I agree, therapy is most effective when the client has a strong relationship with their therapist that is built on trust and mutual respect. I take the time to develop a space where clients feel they can be authentically themselves. I view my clients as the driver and I am the GPS-there to guide them to their destination.
First session
I hope new clients leave the first session feeling like they were heard. I work to make sessions a safe place to share whatever needs to be given light.
Strengths
I approach therapy from a client centered perspective and I believe clients have the most successful experience with therapy when they are able to have an authentic and trusting relationship with their therapist. I have completed training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and I use many of the evidence-based techniques from this treatment theory in my work with clients. I find it it valuable to assist clients in healing and strengthening their mind, body, and soul. I have experience in working with individuals to manage a variety of mental health struggles including ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, BiPolar Disorder and PTSD/Trauma.
Ideal clients
Clients that are looking to grow, change, and succeed do well with my approach. I work with people to gain insight and develop a plan to get to reach their goals. Many clients have stated they appreciate that I am direct and willing to challenge them when needed. I connect well with people that are looking for honest, yet gentle feedback.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT helps clients learn how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Once that is identified, CBT teaches skills to rework the connections to be more healthy.
Compassion-Focused
Therapy can be intimidating and it can be difficult to start. Clients become comfortable and find the motivation to change when they are shown compassion and respect in therapy.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
Feelings and rational thoughts often compete, and it is hard to find a balance. The skills taught in DBT, help to find that balance and be more tolerant of emotions.
Motivational Interviewing
Sometimes, it is hard to identify exactly what changes a client wants to make. Motivational interviewing helps identify where we are and where we want to be.
Faith-based therapy
When mental health struggles are bearing down, it can be hard to find hope. Faith-based therapy helps to integrate the idea that there is something bigger than us, even when it is hard to see, there is still light.
Location
Virtual sessions