Mary Holtom , CA Psychologist 31334

Mary Holtom is a licensed clinical psychologist in California with 13 years of experience working with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, and life transitions. She earned her graduate degree from the Rosemead School of Psychology and completed undergraduate studies at Azusa Pacific University. Her professional background spans nonprofit organizations, an inpatient rehabilitation center, outpatient community mental health clinics, a university counseling center, and online therapy, giving her experience with a wide range of clinical settings and client needs.

Mary emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship, helping clients identify patterns that no longer serve them and develop practical strategies for moving forward. Her method blends present-moment awareness with cognitive and behavioral tools. She uses Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to balance attention to current experience with insight about past influences, and she incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy strategies to support meaningful change through values-based action and acceptance of difficult feelings. These evidence-based approaches aim to increase coping skills and promote actionable steps toward greater well-being.

She holds a California psychologist license, PSY31334, listed as CA Psychologist 31334, which authorizes her to practice clinical psychology in the state. Mary provides services in English and has experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, including international clients.

Mindfulness and Values-Based Work Delivered Online

Mary Holtom draws on mindfulness-informed cognitive behavioral techniques and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to guide clients through practical, evidence-based steps. Mindfulness Cognitive Behavioral Therapy combines present-moment awareness with cognitive and behavioral strategies to help people notice unhelpful thought patterns, reduce reactivity, and practice new coping skills - it is often useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress-related problems. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy focuses on clarifying personal values, learning to accept difficult internal experiences, and taking committed action toward meaningful goals - it can support people facing grief, addiction, and major life changes.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work. Mary treats therapy as a collaborative process and will work with each person to identify which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they can adjust techniques over time to find the best fit.

Online formats - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to access consistent care from different locations and on flexible schedules. These options can reduce travel time, increase appointment availability, and allow clients to use the communication style that feels most helpful for their day-to-day life while working with a licensed professional.