- 14 years experience
- Speaks English and Spanish
- LCSW in NY and FL
About Mary
Mary Marks is a licensed clinical social worker who speaks English and Spanish. She supports adults who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, or life changes and helps people who struggle with sleep, addiction, mood shifts, and relationship concerns. Mary writes plainly and focuses on clear steps people can use right away.
She trained in psychology at Stony Brook University and earned a Master of Social Work from New York University Silver School of Social Work. She draws on 14 years of clinical experience and uses practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She also uses exposure work for anxiety and motivational interviewing to build change step by step.
Sessions emphasize building trust and a strong working relationship. Mary uses mindfulness, self-care strategies, and attention to how negative self-talk shapes behavior. She includes psycho-education so people understand what is happening and why suggested steps can help.
Mary has experience helping people process trauma, loss, and complex grief, including pandemic-related and pet loss. She is familiar with psychotropic medications and offers medication management as part of care when appropriate.
People looking for a straightforward, compassionate clinician will find a mix of skills and lived-language explanations. She blends practical coping skills with conversations that aim to increase insight and reduce symptoms over time.
How Mary’s approaches fit with online therapy
Mary commonly uses cognitive behavioral therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy in session. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through concrete exercises and practice. It often helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood regulation.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without fighting them, then choosing values-based actions. It can be useful for stress, grief, and ongoing life changes where avoidance has been a problem.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. Mary will work with each person to combine methods that match their goals, symptoms, and preferences. That process can include short skills practice, guided mindfulness, or homework to try between sessions so progress continues outside the appointment.
Confirm which session formats are available before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing sessions during a workday break or from another convenient location. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce the need to arrange childcare or travel around appointments.
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary commonly address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, sleep problems, relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using clear steps from cognitive behavioral approaches, acceptance strategies, and mindfulness to help people change unhelpful patterns.
What is her clinical background and experience?
Mary has 14 years of clinical experience and holds a Master of Social Work from New York University Silver School of Social Work.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, with credentials noted in New York and Florida, and she practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with this therapist?
Yes, she accepts international clients.
How does billing and cost work for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist's availability.