- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Money and finances
About Mary
Mary Haynes is a California licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people handle stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, relationship problems, trauma and depression. She encourages clients to see their own strengths and to take small steps toward change.
Mary believes people are the experts of their own stories. In sessions she listens for what already works and builds on those strengths. She offers a calm, straightforward style intended to make hard conversations feel manageable.
Her work often addresses issues that affect daily life, such as trouble sleeping from worry, repeating patterns in relationships, strong feelings after loss or abuse, and difficulties managing impulses. She also helps people facing money and financial issues who feel overwhelmed or stuck.
Mary draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to each person's needs. She focuses on practical skills people can use between sessions as well as looking at how past experiences shape current choices. The aim is to help people gain clarity and better tools for coping.
Clients begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability. Mary supports steady progress and encourages realistic steps that fit into everyday life.
How evidence-based approaches work online
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people learn new ways to manage problems. One approach focuses on practical skill-building - teaching strategies for managing anxiety, impulses, and strong emotions so everyday tasks feel easier. Another approach looks at how past attachment and relationship patterns influence present choices and helps people notice and change those patterns.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try different techniques, and adjust the plan as needed until the best fit is found. Clients take an active role and practice skills between sessions so progress is steady.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit more easily into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for your routine and goals.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, trauma and depression, and related areas like attachment, grief, and money and financial issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a straightforward, strengths-based approach that focuses on practical skills and small steps people can use between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Mary has 10 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of mental health and life concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in California.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients and offers services to people located in California.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.