Good therapist. Works with me to define issues and what I can do about my feelings.
Mary Brahm, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Mary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Mary. View 36 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Mary is great!
More about Mary
- 35 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
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.
SPECIALTIES:
Dual Diagnosis
Addictions, Substance Use, Chronic Relapse, Recovery After Care with a variety of recovery programs, 12 Step Spirituality Counseling, Co-Dependency
Coping with life changes
Crisis Management and implemented in High School Shooting in OH
Extensive Diversity training and working with cultures from around the world
Sexual Assault Counselor, Prevention and Response Program Experience
Motivation, Building Self-Esteem
Also experienced in:
Providing critical interventions, identifying triggers and intense feelings of personal distress including anxiety, depression, anger, panic and hopelessness or significant life changes for individuals and families.
Conducting goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment, assisting both individuals and couples in changing patterns of thinking or behavior that promotes difficulties ranging from relationship problems.
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
Clinical approaches:
Authentic and solutions-oriented Counselor with a focus on integrated care and the use of evidence-based treatments to holistically address mental health issues including crisis, trauma, mental health disorders, substance abuse intervention, grief and loss and conflict resolution. Demonstrate a humanistic approach, leveraging experience as a veteran with 20 years of service, to encourage personal development as a way of learning skills and coping abilities needed to deal with life changing events.
Modalities to offer:
Video…... Live Chat…... Messaging…... Phone…...
LICENSING:
LPC # 1800006589 (Expires 2025-03-12)
Specialties
Addictions
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
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
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Prejudice and discrimination
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- 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
Licenses
Mary Brahm's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942235395.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180006589 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Mary Brahm
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Good therapist. Works with me to define issues and what I can do about my feelings.
Mary is great!
Mary is the best , she’s helped me a lot.
My husband and I have been doing therapy with Mary for the past 9 months to prepare us for our recent wedding. She has been influential in strengthening our relationship and helping us better understand each other and be better partners. We are so grateful for the way she challenges us and has helped us grow. We couldn’t say enough positive things about Mary and her expertise!
Mary is exactly what i need
Mary is Fantastic. Life changing.
I cannot express the amount of thankful praise I have for Mary. Undoubtedly a match made by God.
Mary quickly picks up and understands me. She knows the right questions to ask to help me think through a situation. She is an amazing therapist, and I wouldn’t be where I’m at with my life without her!
Mary listens, gives me feedback, and helps me detangle complicated thoughts.
Mary has been a great sounding board for me. Her responses and suggestions are incredibly helpful. I really enjoy her straightforward style and I feel like we have a great flow of conversation.
She is a good listener. I think she sees me and gets me. Very comfortable talking to her.
She listened and gave her input
Mary listens well and relates to her patients
Mary’s very supportive!
Mary is a great therapist! After 3 sessions feeling good progress, and ready for the next session.
She is someone who listens to your goals and responds accordingly.
I was uncertain in the beginning if online therapy would work, but working with Mary Brahm has been very helpful. She quickly established a good rapport - I felt like she was a friend that I could trust to confide in and work out problems with. I love how she tells you how she sees it. I highly recommend Mary Brahm!
Amazing therapist
Mary is great. She knows exactly how to lead me in the right direction.
I enjoy my time with Mary. She provides thoughtful insights and helps me see things from a different perspective. Very helpful!
She is the best of the best.
Enjoy my time with mary
Mary has an organic approach and is naturally blessed at helping me find my own answers to improving myself and my relationships with others.
Mary is just amazing. She is a wonderful listener. Gives super helpful advice. Is even communicating and encouraging between sessions.
Mary is brilliant and extremly effective! She takes a straight forward approach to providing feedback and coping strategies. Highly reccommend!
Mary is absolutely amazing. She is extremely knowledgeable and tells you exactly how it is. We were able to uncover so much and find the root cause of my issues. Highly recommend for anyone who wants a direct but friendly approach to counseling.
She is really patient and ask a lot of question to figure out my future will be. Definitely I would recommend anyone to come to see her.
Mary is the absolute best!!!! Great listener and a great person to have in my “toolbox”!!!
She always helps me when I need her! She’s very helpful and intelligent and I would definitely recommend her. I’ve had several therapists and she’s the best one by far!
I love her direct approach and how spiritually she connects.
Great therapist
I am so pleased with the therapist that I was paired with, Mary Brahm. She is skilled and intuitive and compassionate. I am thrilled!
I have had a great experience working with Mary. She is very insightful and has done a great job understanding what style of therapy and feedback I am looking for. Every session I’ve had with her has been valuable.
I love Mary's straight shooting. She is exactly the type of therapist I was looking for!
Very kind and great therapist has patience with clients and lots of insightful help
Mary has been very kind and inormative. Letting me vent and expand on thoughts with follow up. Being adaptive to each other to communicate and get down to the nitty grittys.
Frequently asked questions
Does Mary Brahm offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mary Brahm works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Mary Brahm speak?
Mary Brahm speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mary Brahm have?
Mary Brahm has 35 years of experience.
Where is Mary Brahm licensed to practice?
Mary Brahm is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Mary Brahm accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mary Brahm does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Mary Brahm offer?
Mary Brahm offers clients 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, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mary Brahm?
Mary Brahm can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Mary Brahm?
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