- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Mary
Mary Verberne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with 12 years of experience. She works with adults on issues such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, addiction, and stress. Mary also lists family and family of origin concerns among her areas of focus.
Mary uses straightforward conversation to help people clarify what matters to them now. Sessions often include looking at patterns that began in childhood and how those patterns show up in current relationships and choices. She draws on practical methods to help people set small, manageable goals and test different ways of handling old habits.
Her approach blends client-centered listening with structured tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. That means clients get space to tell their story paired with exercises to notice thoughts and try new behaviors. Motivational interviewing and narrative techniques are also part of her work for people wanting to make changes or reframe difficult experiences.
Mary pays attention to everyday problems like sleep disruption, parenting strain, workplace stress, and communication breakdowns. She also addresses intimacy-related concerns, ADHD-related struggles, and issues around abandonment or attachment as they come up in adult life. The focus is on practical steps people can use between sessions.
People who come to Mary are usually looking to understand recurring family patterns, reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood, and build clearer plans for change. She asks questions, listens closely, and helps clients try concrete strategies to move forward.
How her approaches translate to online work
Mary frequently uses client-centered methods and cognitive behavioral therapy online. Client-centered work focuses on listening and reflecting, helping people tell their story and name what matters. Cognitive behavioral therapy offers structured steps to notice unhelpful thoughts, try different reactions, and measure how those changes affect mood and behavior.Mindfulness therapy is another common element she uses to teach simple attention and breathing skills that reduce reactivity and improve focus. These practices can help with sleep problems, anxiety, and managing strong emotions between sessions.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Mary works collaboratively to see which methods fit a client's goals and preferences, and she adjusts plans as progress or new needs emerge.
The practical advantages of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. If you want to book, confirm the current session formats before scheduling so you know what options are available. Online appointments can make it easier to keep regular check-ins and to practice techniques in day-to-day life.
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Primary focus
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, and related concerns such as sleep problems and parenting strain.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style combines client-centered conversation with practical, skills-based techniques to change thoughts and behaviors and to reframe personal narratives.
How much experience does she have?
Mary has 12 years of experience as a clinician working with a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is an LCSW licensed in Louisiana.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and what do they cost?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing is provided during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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