- Practical skill building
- Focus on relationships
- Hands-on problem solving
About Mary
Mary Widseth is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on helping people understand themselves and the people around them. She uses clear, practical talk to sort through problems and build everyday skills. Mary draws on 7 years of clinical experience and a background in rehabilitation to guide her work.
Mary holds a master’s degree in Community Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling and a bachelor’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation. She also completed a certificate in Autism. Early in her career she worked with adults who faced cognitive, communication, or physical barriers in the workplace. That work involved on-the-job training, coordinating with employers, and supporting people who used sign language or conversational Spanish.
After graduate school Mary spent two years providing in-home therapy for children ages 7 to 18 and their families, then two years seeing adults and children in an office setting. She has helped people manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism-related challenges, relationship skills, and everyday functioning. Behavioral and emotional regulation, communication, and family relationships are frequent focuses.
Mary says her own experience with cerebral palsy helped her notice practical barriers and find creative solutions. She uses tools like picture books, rebus boards, and sign language when language differences exist. Her approach emphasizes straightforward strategies for thoughts and everyday habits as part of daily life.
Clients can expect collaborative sessions that target specific problems, teach coping skills, and build routines that fit real life. Mary’s background in rehabilitation and community psychology informs a practical, step-by-step style of work.
Mary holds a master’s degree in Community Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling and a bachelor’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation. She also completed a certificate in Autism. Early in her career she worked with adults who faced cognitive, communication, or physical barriers in the workplace. That work involved on-the-job training, coordinating with employers, and supporting people who used sign language or conversational Spanish.
After graduate school Mary spent two years providing in-home therapy for children ages 7 to 18 and their families, then two years seeing adults and children in an office setting. She has helped people manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism-related challenges, relationship skills, and everyday functioning. Behavioral and emotional regulation, communication, and family relationships are frequent focuses.
Mary says her own experience with cerebral palsy helped her notice practical barriers and find creative solutions. She uses tools like picture books, rebus boards, and sign language when language differences exist. Her approach emphasizes straightforward strategies for thoughts and everyday habits as part of daily life.
Clients can expect collaborative sessions that target specific problems, teach coping skills, and build routines that fit real life. Mary’s background in rehabilitation and community psychology informs a practical, step-by-step style of work.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional focus areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesHearing impairedHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIntellectual disabilityMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Minnesota
Languages
English
How these approaches shape online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding a person’s experience. It emphasizes empathy and helping clients set their own goals, which can guide sessions to match what matters most to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts influence feelings and behavior. It uses practical exercises and small experiments to change patterns that get in the way of daily routines and relationships.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT-style skills can help when strong emotions interfere with thinking or everyday habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That process can include combining elements from different approaches to match real-life challenges.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many clients find virtual sessions make it simpler to practice skills in the settings where they live and work, while still getting guided support from a licensed professional.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary commonly address?
She works with a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, stress, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleeping problems, parenting and self-esteem.
How would you describe Mary’s therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, combining client-centered methods with cognitive and behavioral tools to help change thoughts and everyday habits.
What relevant experience does she bring?
Mary has seven years of experience, including in-home work with children and families and office-based therapy with adults and children from diverse backgrounds.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
She is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor - practicing in Minnesota and holds a master’s degree in Community Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients supported?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.