- CBT and trauma-focused
- Strengths-based care
- 17 years experience
About Mary
Mary Downer is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) based in Ohio with 17 years of clinical experience. She offers a steady presence for people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and related concerns. Her approach is straightforward and respectful, focusing on each person's strengths as a starting point for change.
Mary uses practical methods to help people manage strong emotions and difficult memories. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused approaches to break unhelpful patterns and build more workable habits. Sessions often include learning simple skills, trying new ways of responding, and talking through what's most pressing right now.
People who come to Mary report feeling heard and treated without judgment. She aims to make the treatment process clear and manageable rather than overwhelming. Her style is collaborative - she asks questions, listens, and then helps shape a plan that fits each person's goals.
Mary has worked across many problem areas, including ADHD, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, grief, parenting strain, and coping with disasters. She emphasizes small, steady steps that produce real changes in daily life. If someone is unsure where to begin, she helps identify immediate priorities and practical first steps.
Her practice centers on respectful, strengths-based care. Mary encourages anyone feeling stuck to consider reaching out and seeing if her way of working matches their needs.
How Mary uses CBT and trauma-focused work online
Mary commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT often involves setting small goals, trying new responses in daily life, and practicing skills between sessions to reduce anxiety, panic, or mood problems.She also uses Trauma-Focused Therapy when past events interfere with daily functioning. That approach focuses on processing difficult memories, reducing triggers, and building coping tools to manage strong emotions related to trauma and abuse.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts plans over time and checks in about what is and isn't helping.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they reduce travel, fit into a work or family day, and make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with Mary about what will work best for your routine and communication style.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
17+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Mary address?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, ADHD, grief, parenting strain, compassion fatigue, and related issues. Additional focuses include obsessive-compulsive symptoms, panic, and coping after disasters.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Mary uses practical, collaborative methods that emphasize strengths. She listens and then works with people to set clear, manageable goals using tools from CBT and trauma-focused work.
What is her professional background and experience?
Mary is a Licensed Independent Social Worker with 17 years of professional experience working in clinical settings. She draws on that experience when helping people face complex emotional challenges.
Where is Mary licensed and practicing?
She holds an OH LISW credential and practices in Ohio. Sessions and services are provided from that regional base.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
Mary is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.