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- Evidence-based techniques
- Communication skills
- Life transitions
About Mary
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 13 years of experience, Mary Harris helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She also focuses on social anxiety and phobia, communication problems, finding life purpose, and developing self-love.
Mary works in a collaborative way. Sessions focus on practical coping strategies and clearer communication. She helps people notice patterns that keep them stuck and practices small, repeatable skills to change everyday reactions.
Her practice draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques. In sessions she listens for what is most disruptive in a person’s day and then tries concrete tools that fit that problem. Work can include skill practice, behavioral experiments, and structured conversation about goals.
Mary emphasizes steady, manageable progress. She aims to help people build tools they can use between sessions. The pace is set by the client and the immediate challenges they bring to therapy.
Clients begin with a short intake to describe current struggles and goals. From there Mary and the client decide on practical steps and measures to track change. She encourages regular review so therapy stays focused on what helps most in daily life.
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Approaches used and how online work fits
Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and behavioral change. One common approach is skills training that teaches concrete ways to manage anxiety and stress, such as breathing, graded exposure, and stepwise problem-solving. These methods are useful for social anxiety, panic, and daily stressors.Another approach is behavioral experiments and activity planning. This involves testing small changes in real life, then reviewing what happened in session to refine strategies. That work helps with depression, motivation, and rebuilding confidence after setbacks.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary collaborates with clients to pick techniques that match their goals, needs, and preferences. She reviews progress and adjusts methods as required so the plan stays practical and directly relevant to day-to-day problems.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work and family routines, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in their usual environment and then bring observations back to the session for real-time problem-solving.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Mary works with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on social anxiety, communication problems, life purpose, and self-love.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical style that emphasizes skill building and measurable steps. Sessions prioritize tools people can apply between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
Mary has 13 years of clinical experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, and adjustment concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Master Social Worker, listed as MI LMSW, and practices in Michigan.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.