Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Anger management
- Depression
How Mary works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCPC
- Licensed in
- Illinois
- Years in practice
- 28
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Mary
Mary Murdoch is a licensed clinical professional counselor with 28 years of experience in Illinois. She approaches each person as the expert of their own story and works alongside them to build on strengths. Mary aims to support and empower people who are ready to take steps toward change.
Mary listens carefully to what matters most to each person. She helps people talk through stress, anxiety, anger, and depression in straightforward language.
Background and approach
She also addresses trauma and abuse and related struggles like panic attacks and post-traumatic stress. Many clients come with relationship or communication problems, and Mary focuses on practical ways to improve how people connect and speak with others. She also supports people who are working on forgiveness, discovering life purpose, or building self-love.
Sessions are intended to be collaborative. Mary helps people set clear goals, notice small changes, and try different ways of coping. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that fit the client's needs and pace.
People who prefer therapy in English will find familiar, plainspoken guidance. Mary accepts international clients and offers a range of online session formats. Her approach is calm, steady, and focused on making everyday life feel more manageable.
What Mary works with
Everything Mary lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Mary's practice.
Evidence-based techniques and flexible online care
Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, manageable steps. One technique helps people recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors so they can reduce anxiety and improve mood. Another technique focuses on pacing exposure to feared situations and teaching coping skills for panic attacks and post-traumatic stress. These approaches aim to teach skills people can use between sessions to handle stress and stronger emotions like anger.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mary will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and comfort level. Together they review what helps, adjust the plan, and try different strategies until something useful emerges.
Online therapy offers several practical benefits. Video calls let people have face-to-face conversations from different locations. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging make it possible to get timely support, share thoughts between sessions, or keep a running log of progress. These options provide flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or other responsibilities.
Questions people ask about Mary
What concerns does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. Additional topics covered are communication problems, forgiveness, life purpose, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and self-love.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions focus on building strengths, setting clear goals, and trying practical coping strategies that fit each person's life.
What is the therapist's background and experience?
Mary Murdoch has 28 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and behavioral concerns. She emphasizes empowerment and practical steps toward change.
Where is the therapist licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LCPC in Illinois. Services are offered from that professional base in Illinois.
Are sessions offered in other languages or countries?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Mary offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.