- Stress and burnout
- Anxiety and depression
- Trauma and resilience
About Mary
Mary Clisbee, LMHC, helps adults and teens who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or big life changes. She often works with high-achieving professionals, caregivers, and healthcare workers who need practical tools to manage burnout and daily pressures. Her tone is warm and down-to-earth, and she focuses on clear steps clients can use right away.
Clients can expect a collaborative space where Mary listens, asks straightforward questions, and helps people spot patterns that keep them stuck. She emphasizes building resilience and useful coping skills. Sessions aim to leave clients with concrete strategies for handling stress and improving day-to-day functioning.
Mary draws on two decades of international experience in unstable and volatile settings. That background informs how she approaches trauma, chronic stress, and the effects of insecurity. She uses that perspective to help people facing the fallout from difficult circumstances.
Her work also addresses longer-term concerns such as identity, life purpose, loneliness, and the emotional impact of illness or caregiving. She supports people dealing with midlife shifts, aging issues, and the complex feelings that follow loss or major transitions.
Mary practices in Massachusetts and conducts sessions in English. She combines practical problem solving with steady support so clients can rebuild confidence and move forward at their own pace.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical change. One approach helps people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and replace them with clearer, more balanced habits. This style is useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress that interferes with daily life.Another common focus is building resilience through gradual skills practice. That work includes pacing, stress management routines, and small behavioral steps to reduce burnout and improve energy. It can be especially helpful for caregivers, healthcare workers, and people recovering from prolonged stress.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Mary listens to each person's goals and life demands and then tailors methods to fit those needs. She works with clients to test what helps and adjusts the plan when needed so progress feels realistic and manageable.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. In general, online therapy can make scheduling easier and reduce time spent traveling. It can allow brief check-ins during a busy week or longer sessions when more time is available. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your routine and technical setup so sessions can be arranged to match your needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does Mary focus on?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, burnout, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. Additional areas include chronic illness, caregiving strain, isolation, and questions about life purpose.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. Sessions focus on understanding patterns, building resilience, and creating usable coping strategies.
How much experience does she have?
She has 20 years of clinical experience, including extensive international work in insecure and volatile areas. That background informs her work with trauma and chronic stress.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an MA and is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC. Her practice is based in Massachusetts.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
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 billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.