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Mary Gonzalez

Therapist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Great to meet you. I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step!

My approach to therapy

I strive to create a warm and inviting atmosphere in my practice, making sure every patient feels comfortable and valued. By prioritizing open communication, I encourage patients to share their thoughts and concerns, fostering a collaborative and supportive relationship. I am passionate about providing personalized care, tailoring treatment plans to each individual's needs while ensuring they feel heard and understood. My ongoing commitment to professional growth allows me to bring the best and most effective practices to my patients, ensuring they receive high-quality care. Together, we create a partnership focused on health and wellness, where patients are empowered to take an active role in their journey.

What you can expect from me

I always start with an introductory session, where you’ll have the opportunity to share your story and what you hope to achieve in therapy. We’ll work together to figure this out! I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure. From there, we’ll work together in the sessions that follow to make these goals a reality for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Hispanic, Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Holistic, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Aurora University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Illinois)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, OCD, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Jungian, Strength-Based, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Humanistic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychodynamic, Behavior Modification, Gestalt, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Seeking Safety, Art Therapy, Relational, Behavioral, Structural Family, Psychoanalytic, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Trauma Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, Multidimensional Family, Behavior Management, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English