Mary Sanders , LCSW, CSW

Mary Sanders, who often goes by Beth Sanders, brings 36 years of clinical practice to her work with individuals, couples, and families. As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with a CSW credential - a certified social work qualification - she combines extensive training in addictions and broader mental health concerns with a long-standing focus on family and couple dynamics.

Her style is fundamentally relational, centered on building a collaborative connection that supports meaningful change. Mary helps clients clarify goals, surface both strengths and obstacles, and learn practical coping and communication strategies to move forward. She treats the path toward greater self-awareness as an important, often transformative process and encourages clients to use time intentionally to achieve the outcomes they value.

Mary frames therapy with a spiritual sensitivity without aligning to any specific religious perspective, meeting people wherever they are in their beliefs. She emphasizes that the work of growth is one she continues in her own life, and she will not ask clients to take steps she has not explored herself. For those seeking a seasoned practitioner who prioritizes relationship, accountability, and practical tools, Mary offers steady guidance and a deep respect for each person’s inner strengths.

Relational Approaches and Online Sessions

Client-centered therapy places the person’s perspective at the heart of the work, emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration to help people explore their values and make choices that fit their lives. This approach supports issues like stress, self-esteem, and life transitions by building on individual strengths.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) focuses on the emotional bonds between partners or family members, helping people identify patterns that create distance and then fostering new, more secure ways of connecting. EFT is often useful for relationship concerns, communication problems, and intimacy-related issues.

Imago Relationship Therapy helps couples see how past attachment experiences shape present dynamics and offers structured exercises to improve understanding and repair. It is especially suited for couples who want concrete tools to reduce conflict and deepen emotional connection.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Mary will work with each client to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make scheduling easier, allow work from home or other convenient locations, and support consistent engagement when life or logistics make in-person visits difficult.