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- stress and anxiety
- trauma and abuse
- first responder issues
About Mary
LICSW in Massachusetts with 29 years of practice experience. Mary Hafey helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, depression, and changes in life circumstances. She also addresses addictions, relationship and family issues, bipolar concerns, coaching needs, compassion fatigue, and first responder issues.
Mary focuses on direct conversation and practical planning. She adapts sessions to what each person brings and works with clients to set clear, manageable steps. Sessions are straightforward and aimed at helping people make lasting changes in daily life.
Her approach centers on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. That means using methods shown to work for common problems like anxiety, depression, and trauma. She combines talking, problem-solving, and goal-focused planning so people can try different strategies and see what helps.
Mary emphasizes respect and sensitivity in her work. She listens to what matters most to the client and adjusts the pace and focus accordingly. The result is a collaborative process where the client’s priorities guide the work.
She brings nearly three decades of experience to clinical questions and practical life challenges. That background is used to offer clear options rather than long lists of jargon. People who want straightforward therapeutic help and practical next steps will find a familiar, experienced clinician here.
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Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Mary lists evidence-based therapeutic techniques as the foundation of her work. That can include structured approaches for anxiety that teach practical coping skills and step-by-step methods for managing symptoms. These approaches focus on learning and practicing specific tools that help reduce worry and improve daily function.For trauma and related issues she uses methods aimed at processing difficult experiences and building coping skills. Those methods combine careful discussion of what happened with strategies to reduce distress and improve emotional regulation. The goal is to help people feel more in control of reactions and to rebuild routines that support recovery.
Finding the right approach is part of the early work. She will collaborate with each person to identify which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying options, reviewing what helps, and adjusting the plan together.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people choose remote sessions because they can fit therapy into a busy day, use shorter check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel for appointments. Licensed professionals often help clients arrange a rhythm of sessions that fits into work, family, and other routines without promising a particular format.
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Experience
29+ years
Listed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, depression, addictions, relationship and family challenges, bipolar disorder, coaching needs, compassion fatigue, and first responder issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is direct and practical. She uses conversation and goal-focused planning to help people try strategies that can fit into daily life.
How long has she practiced?
She has 29 years of professional experience working with clinical and life concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a LICSW and practices in Massachusetts.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.