- Stress and anxiety
- Panic and trauma
- Practical coping skills
About Mary
Mary Pruett is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of practice. She provides calm, straightforward support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses concerns like body image, communication problems, post-traumatic stress, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
She aims to make sessions a place where people can speak openly without judgment. Conversations focus on what is happening now and on practical steps to feel steadier day to day. Mary listens closely and helps clients set realistic goals they can use between sessions.
Her approach is collaborative and goal-oriented. She helps people build coping skills, improve communication, and boost motivation. When addictions or strong anxiety show up, she works with clients to find manageable changes rather than expecting instant fixes.
Mary is licensed in Indiana and Virginia as an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She draws on a long career to offer steady guidance for common life challenges. Her style is direct, compassionate, and focused on what will help most right now.
People who choose her often want practical tools and a supportive space to try them out. She encourages small steps and recognizes the courage it takes to start therapy. The first conversations are used to identify priorities and outline a clear path forward.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building and clearer thinking. One approach emphasizes teaching coping skills for anxiety and panic, such as breathing and grounding practices, and stepwise exposure to feared sensations to reduce attack frequency and intensity. Another approach centers on improving communication and self-view by identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing new ways of interacting with others to improve confidence and relationships.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques make the most sense based on goals, needs, and personal preferences. Sessions include checking in on what’s working and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people work with a licensed professional from their own community when local options are limited.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, low self-esteem, and depression, and also focuses on body image, communication problems, post-traumatic stress, and panic disorder and panic attacks.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. She listens without judgment and helps clients set achievable goals and coping strategies.
How much experience does she have?
Mary has 26 years of professional experience supporting people with a wide range of concerns.
Which credentials and locations apply?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in Indiana and Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.