Mary Schoen , LICSW

Mary Schoen is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) practicing in Minnesota with 17 years of professional experience. She brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental stance to her work and focuses on meeting people where they are, helping them move past obstacles that limit wellbeing and relationships.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, intimacy-related difficulties, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger, career concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Mary also works with issues such as attachment and abandonment, blended family dynamics, codependency, communication and control issues, caregiver stress, and coping with life changes or disasters.

Mary integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor treatment to each individual. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based methods, Client-Centered principles, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to guide sessions based on clients' needs and goals. Her style emphasizes collaboration, practical skills, and building on a client's strengths.

Mary offers therapy through flexible formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Prospective clients who prefer a respectful, experienced social worker with a client-driven approach will find her practice oriented toward helping people make meaningful, sustainable change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Mary Schoen uses approaches that balance practical skills with attention to emotional experience. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to values-based actions - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and can help with intimacy-related issues, parenting concerns, and attachment difficulties by improving connection and communication. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the client's perspective guides the pace and focus, supporting self-esteem, coping, and personal growth.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as trust and insight develop. This collaborative stance helps ensure treatment feels relevant and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow therapy to fit varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from different locations, and choose the communication style that best supports progress.