Mary Heard, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Mary!

My individualized approach to therapy varies based on the needs of my client. My areas of focus are depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and addiction.

My focus

I am passionate about working with adults and adolescents in areas such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and addiction.

My approach

My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of my client. Each therapy session is individualized. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), and motivational interviewing techniques to assist my client with processing their feelings.

My communication style

I have a very calm and nonjudgmental tone. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to process their thoughts and feelings. Working with me can feel like a “breath of fresh air”. I want each client to leave a session with me feeling at ease.

My journey to mental healthcare

I have always loved helping and advocating for others since I was a child. Seeing the pain and trauma that people experience daily made me want to be a part of the change. “I love planting seeds”. Although I may not be around to see the outcome.

My goals for you

Goal setting is one of the most important things to do while in therapy. I have a joint approach to goal setting, and each goal must be measurable and attainable.

Our first session

Rapport building. I want to learn more about you so that I can be the best therapist for you.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Art Therapy

Attachment-based

Compassion Focused

Complicated Grief Therapy (CGT)

Mindfulness-Based

Music Therapy

+ 10 more

Focus populations

Body Positivity

Educators

HIV/AIDS

Racial Justice

Single Mother

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

+ 53 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Mental health from Clar Atlanta University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Mary Heard