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Mary Dooley

LICSW

Mary Dooley , LICSW

Therapist in Alabama

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About Mary

Mary Dooley is a counselor licensed in Alabama with 10 years of experience working as both a therapist and a life coach. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, career transitions, and neurodiversity-related issues such as OCD and ADHD. She has also worked closely with survivors and family members affected by sexual, physical, and emotional abuse.

Mary practices with a warm, interactive style that emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She avoids stigmatizing labels and draws from an eclectic set of methods to tailor conversations and treatment plans to the distinct needs of each person. She strives to be honest and straightforward while adapting her approach to fit individual goals and circumstances. Mary holds an LICSW - a license for clinical social work that supports independent practice in therapeutic settings.

Seeking change takes courage, and Mary focuses on supporting and empowering people who are ready to pursue a more fulfilling life. She guides clients through practical steps and collaborative planning to help them move forward at a pace that feels right for them.

How Mary Uses Therapeutic Approaches in Remote Care

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the person leads the conversation and the therapist follows. This approach helps individuals explore personal values, build self-awareness, and work through relationship or life transition issues. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, emphasizes identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is practical and goal-oriented, and it can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of experience; it supports coping with strong emotions, reducing reactivity, and improving focus.



Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary collaborates with each person to assess their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time so that the treatment aligns with what is most helpful. That collaborative planning helps ensure the work fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.



Online therapy offers practical flexibility - licensed professionals can connect by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, which makes it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to maintain continuity during life changes. These options allow therapists to provide consistent support while accommodating different comfort levels and communication styles.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Mary Dooley have?

Mary Dooley has 10 years of experience as a therapist and life coach.

Is Mary Dooley a licensed therapist?

Yes. Mary holds the LICSW credential. Her license is listed as AL LICSW 3687C.

In which languages does Mary Dooley provide therapy?

Mary provides therapy in English.

Where is Mary Dooley located?

Mary is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Mary Dooley as my therapist?

You can work with Mary Dooley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mary Dooley work with international clients?

Mary Dooley does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mary Dooley cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issues

Also works with

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityJealousyMoney and financial issuesPhobiasPostpartum depressionPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Alabama

Languages

English

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