- Trauma-informed care
- Affirming for LGBT
- Practical coping skills
About Mary
Mary Landers is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas. She focuses on stress, anxiety, grief and depression, and LGBT-related concerns. She aims to create an open space where people can talk honestly about what’s going on in their lives.
Mary helps people who have experienced trauma and abuse work through their reactions and find ways to cope. She pays attention to how past attachment experiences and fears of abandonment affect current relationships and choices. Mary also supports people facing chronic illness, caregiver strain, body image concerns, and issues related to sexuality and kink cultures.
Her style is direct and steady. Sessions focus on listening, practical coping strategies, and building on the client’s strengths. She encourages small, doable steps that fit into everyday life and reduce overwhelm.
Mary brings 12 years of clinical experience in social work to her practice. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions and tailors her approach to each person’s needs. Clients can expect collaborative goal-setting and regular check-ins on progress.
People who choose Mary typically want a therapist who is affirming of LGBT identities and attentive to trauma and grief. She works in English and maintains a practice based in Texas. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in a focused, practical way. One common approach involves skills-based work to reduce anxiety and manage stress through breathing, grounding, and behavioral strategies. These techniques help people regain steadying routines and handle triggers as they happen. Another typical focus is trauma-informed care that helps people understand their reactions and build safer ways to cope. That work often looks at how past experiences shape present behavior and develops small, manageable steps toward feeling more in control.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Mary collaborates with each person to figure out which methods match their needs, goals, and comfort level. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan based on what is helping and what is not.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions are delivered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during work breaks or between errands. It can also make some appointments shorter or less formal when needed, which helps people stay consistent with care.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Mary commonly address?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and LGBT-related issues. Additional areas include chronic illness, caregiver stress, body image, attachment and abandonment concerns.
What is her approach to therapy?
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and a practical, collaborative style. Sessions emphasize listening, coping strategies, and step-by-step progress toward goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mary has 12 years of professional experience in social work. That background informs her work with trauma, grief, and anxiety.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Texas and practices in that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during signup.
How do I begin therapy with Mary?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.