Mariam Ross , LICSW

Mariam Ross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Washington with 25 years of experience. She brings a heart-centered, compassionate approach to therapy and works collaboratively with clients to address a wide range of needs, from grief and loss to broader mental health concerns and practical resource referrals for food, shelter, or medical care.

Her style emphasizes a calm, welcoming space and attentive listening so clients can explore what they are facing and discover effective ways to manage their circumstances. Mariam supports clients in identifying both short-term strategies and deeper lessons that arise from life challenges, combining practical guidance and referrals with strong counseling skills.

In addition to offering clinical support, Mariam integrates energy-focused work intended to attend to the whole person alongside traditional therapeutic techniques. As an LICSW, she draws on training in social work and clinical practice to provide evidence-informed care tailored to each person’s situation. Clients who work with Mariam can expect a collaborative process that balances compassionate presence, concrete resources, and therapeutic interventions aimed at meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of relating and emotional responses. It helps people who struggle with trust, intimacy, or recurring relationship difficulties by exploring attachment needs and building more secure ways of connecting.

Client-Centered Therapy centers on the person seeking help and prioritizes empathy, acceptance, and the client’s own goals. This approach supports self-exploration and empowerment, making it useful for life transitions, grief, and emotional processing.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Through practical skills and structured work, CBT can help with anxiety, depression, and coping with stress by changing unhelpful thinking patterns and developing concrete strategies.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Mariam will work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with a licensed professional through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access care from home while working with a therapist to pursue meaningful change.