LCSW, 10 years of experience
Mary Lyle Evans is a native of Unicoi County, TN. Mary graduated from Unicoi County High School. She then went on to obtain a Bachelor's degree in Social Work as well as a Master's degree in Social Work from East Tennessee State University. She continued her social work career in the mental health crisis field and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of TN. Mary has specialized in trauma and crisis as well as working with children and adolescents. She also has a vast amount of experience and education about childhood disorders such as ODD, ADHD as well Autism. Mary has considerable knowledge and practice in diagnoses such as anxiety and depression. She has experience in outpatient mental health care as well as inpatient psychiatric care. Her primary passion is to use her knowledge and experience to help her patients grow and succeed.
In our first session together, 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 through in follow-up sessions.
Evidence-based treatments are proven to be effective in the treatment of mental health disorders. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a form of talk therapy in which the patient learns to reframe negative thoughts into positive thoughts. Structured ideas and techniques can help the patient gain relief from negative cognitions. Dialectical behavioral therapy is another form of talk therapy and can help aid patients with intense emotions. Cognitive processing therapy is a form of talk therapy utilized to assist patients with trauma-associated mental health disorders.
I feel as if I am strong in gaining a quick understanding of the needs of the patient as well as treatment planning. I take my time in the creation of a diagnosis with the help and input of the patient. I specialize in trauma as well as childhood disorders. Anxiety and depression are also a specialty of mine. Life is hard. I want to help inspire, encourage and empower my patients.
The child and adolescent population struggling with anxiety and depression as well as ADHD. I also can assist with emotional dysregulation and many other childhood/ adolescent disorders.
3 ratings with written reviews
July 15, 2025
It’s always so uplifting to talk with Mary. She always has my best interest in mind and is in my corner. I couldn’t ask for a better therapist.
May 7, 2025
We've had a truly positive experience working with Mary. She has a remarkable ability to guide conversations in a way that feels safe and constructive, helping us open up and really hear each other.
February 12, 2025
I have been wanting to try therapy again. I was hesitant as I could not really connect or trust anyone I had seen previously. Mary is definitely different and is so easy to talk to. I feel like I’m talking to a friend. I highly recommend her! She’s made therapy an important part of my week.