Mary Brahm
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
About Mary
ABOUT ME (I’ve been told that I’m “different” and “straightforward”)
Much gratitude from Mary Brahm, for checking out my profile. I am a seasoned Licensed Counselor who has experience in, Behavioral Health, and substance use disorders. My personal and professional experience has blessed me to travel and live around the world. What I quickly learned from the diverse populations I worked with, is that flexibility is the key to change and success. I use an “eclectic “approach, “meeting you where you are at”, while encouraging you to reach your potential. I believe that you are ready to improve the quality of your life, and know, I am here to help increase your desire and skills for internal and external fulfillment. I would be remiss, if I didn’t thank all my clients for teaching me at least one lesson.
Working with servicemen, civilian personnel, retirees, and family members, for half of my career, has given me experience with issues for this special population. As a Marine Corps veteran, I certainly can relate to struggles with veterans. As a Civilian Counselor, I have been successful in Community Mental Health and as a Senior Therapist. I first look to develop trust with those I work with, and I believe that change will take place with both hard work and pleasure.
In addition to being licensed as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor from Illinois, I am a Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor with supervisor status and a Licensed Social Worker from Ohio. Post Graduate Relevant Coursework, Marriage, and Family Course Work. My additional interests expanded my knowledge and experience in obtaining the following certifications: Private Practice Certified Life Coach, 2013, Certified Telehealth Therapist 2019, Certified Hypnotherapist 2004, and Neuro-Linguist Programming (NLP) 2013.
Coordinating and supervise psychotherapeutic interventions, educating clients on supplemental mental health services to improve overall quality of life.
Delivered comprehensive therapeutic interventions for a diverse population of clients, utilizing biopsychosocial therapy to support wellness and aid clients in their journey to recovery. Leveraged a keen understanding of psychological, physical health and social effects of mental illness to promote holistic evidence-based practices.
Individual, Adolescents, Adults, Couples, Family, Multi-Family Groups, Severely Mentally Ill, Sex Offender and Group Counseling
Modalities to offer:
Video…… Live Chat…… Messaging…… Phone……
LICENSING:
LPC # 1800006589 (Expires 2025-03-12)
What Mary helps with
- Addictions
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Trauma and abuse
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- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- First responder issues
- Forgiveness
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Multicultural concerns
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sex addiction
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Young adult issues
How Mary works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Excellent experience”
- “Mary is amazing, she has been giving us the necessary tools to navigate the highs and lows of our relationship from engagement, to wedding to parenthood! We would say we couldn’t have done it without her but she would say it was the work we put into it that has helped us get so much out of therapy. Either way we are so grateful we’ve had her to help us grow as individuals and in partnership.”
- “I like Mary.”
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- “We are starting on a nice path.”
- “Kind caring and real”
- “Mary is the most experienced and helpful therapist that I’ve ever had!”
- “Mary is really nice but straightforward. I look forward to working with her even more to process some problems in my life which I am sure she will be able to help with.”
- “I'm lucky to have found Mary”
- “I love her and she has changed my life for the better!”
- “Mary is kind and firm, she will dig deep when the time is right. She listens to what I have to say and how I feel, challenges me on things I didnt even know I need to be challenged on, and supports me in areas I didnt know need supporting. With my year + with her I have grown tremendously as an individual. Therapy is a team effort, I am happy to have found Mary to be on my team!”
- “Mary is very easy to talk to and doesn't sugar coat anything. There is a calmness in her delivery of the tough answers. She isn't a drill sargent, but you hear the words and WANT to apply them into your life.”
- “Mary is an expert therapist and you would be lucky to work with her!”
- “I love Mary! She has help me truly change my life”
- “Mary is a thoughtful and caring listener. Her recommendations are truly helpful. She has a sense of humor and I really enjoy our sessions.”
- “I highly recommend Mary Brahm’s, she is very efficient and professional. My first session with her was the best experience ever, not only is she wise and experienced but she is also compassionate and encouraging when therapy gets difficult. In my most difficult times she was extremely supportive. I am very blunt and honest and I love that she is too because sometimes we need a reality check to change perspective and she helps me shift in the smoothest and most natural way. Looking forward to continuing to work on myself with the help of her expertise and support.”
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