About Mary

Mary Widseth is an LPC who focuses on helping people better understand themselves and their relationships. She brings seven years of clinical experience and a practical, hands-on approach to therapy. Mary earned a master’s degree in Community Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling and holds the LPC credential.

She has also worked with adults who have cognitive, communication, or physical challenges and uses that background to shape accessible, concrete therapy methods. Her work has included in-home therapy for children and families and office-based mental health work with adults.

Background and approach

She has supported people facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, addiction concerns, and issues tied to relationship or family stress. She has experience using communication supports like picture books, rebus boards, and sign language when needed. Sessions tend to be practical and skills-focused.

Mary uses client-centered listening alongside strategies that help with emotion regulation, communication, and daily functioning. She draws on approaches such as cognitive behavioral techniques, emotion-focused work, and trauma-informed methods when they fit a person’s needs. Mary aims to work collaboratively with each person to set clear goals and to build skills that can be used outside sessions.

Her background supporting people with diverse abilities and life situations informs a flexible, problem-solving style.

Using evidence-based approaches online for everyday struggles

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding each person’s perspective. The therapist listens closely and follows the person’s lead to build trust and set goals, which helps when people feel overwhelmed or stuck.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. It teaches practical tools to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and manage ADHD-related challenges by breaking problems into smaller, manageable steps.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, provides concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal interactions. These skills are helpful for managing intense emotions and improving communication in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. That selection can change over time as progress is made.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for face-to-face conversation and teaching skills visually. Phone sessions can require less bandwidth and fit into busy days. Live chat or text work well for short check-ins, written practice, or when typing feels easier than speaking. These choices make it simpler to fit therapy into daily life and maintain momentum between sessions.

Questions people ask

What concerns does Mary commonly address?
She helps people with relationship problems, family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy concerns, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
How would you describe Mary’s therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and practical. She listens first, then uses skill-building and evidence-informed techniques to address emotion regulation, communication, and daily functioning.
What is Mary’s background and experience?
Mary has seven years of clinical experience. Her resume includes in-home therapy for children and families and office-based work with adults from varied backgrounds.
Where is Mary licensed and based?
She practices in Minnesota and holds the LPC credential as a Licensed Professional Counselor in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Mary has experience working with people who use alternative communication methods like sign language and picture systems.
Are international clients accepted for online work?
International clients are not currently accepted; her practice serves people within the stated region.
What session formats are available online?
Therapy can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How does cost and scheduling work?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to availability.

What this therapist works with

Most often

Experience
7 years
Licensed
Minnesota
Languages
English

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