Mary Swims
Whether it is your first time trying therapy, or you're returning after a break, welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the states GA, NJ, and NY. Since 2014, I’ve worked in a variety of settings and now focus solely on virtual therapy in my private practice.
I emphasize that if that connection isn't there, please find another therapist that you feel comfortable with.
My specialties include anxiety, depression, relationships, life changes, stress, family issues, and trauma. I hope to see you in the near future so we can move through whatever is blocking you from feeling your best.
First session
In our initial meeting, we will review your goals, your family life and upbringing, and the current challenges causing stress. We will discuss important relationships and your day to day routines and patterns to uncover where intervening may be beneficial. Finding the right therapist includes having the right connection. You should feel safe, heard, and never judged! This will allow for openness and vulnerability thats necessary for the therapeutic process. I hope that we can achieve that together.
Strengths
I feel that building trust and rapport in the first session is the most important. I emphasize that if that connection isn't there, please find another therapist that you feel comfortable with. I certainly don't want you to waste your time, not achieve your goals, or be turned off by therapy. Progress is much more efficient if its the right fit. I have seen many clients achieve their goals in 1-2 months, however, many others have chosen to keep a touchpoint for many years.
Ideal clients
If you are overwhelmed by anxiety, feel disconnected from others, or stuck in a cycle of wondering if you're "good enough," please know you can have support in therapy. These internal beliefs can affect work, school, and relationships in many ways. As a result, making it harder to cope in healthy ways. I provide a non-judgmental, confidential space for those ready to see change and practice self-care so you can focus on what really matters the most.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is evidence-based practice for resolving core beliefs that are hindering your perspective and behaviors. Uncovering this belief system will allow one to be more flexible with unexpected feelings and behaviors.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Emotions are a system of the connection of thoughts and sensations. Over time, emotions can become reinforced in ways that aren't productive. Disconnecting these pathways can be part of the journey to better emotional regulation and stability.
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
DBT is a skills-based type of therapy that provides tools for everyday use to manage emotions.
Attachment-based
Learning about how the relationship with your caregivers at a young age can affect you adult relationships can be meaningful and eye opening.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution-focused is a rapid type of therapy that can help provide resolutions to day-to day issues that may be getting in the way of productivity.
Location
Virtual sessions
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- GeorgiaLicense CSW006951
- New JerseyLicense 44SC05999800
- New YorkLicense 092352