Mary Quarles , MD, LCPC

Mary Quarles is a licensed therapist in Maryland with 24 years of professional experience supporting people through periods of change and challenge. She focuses on helping clients manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship concerns, address LGBTQ+ related issues, and heal from trauma and abuse. Her background includes clinical training and licensure reflected in the credentials MD and LCPC - MD denotes a Doctor of Medicine and LCPC stands for Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, indicating combined medical and counseling qualifications.

Mary approaches care with an emphasis on creating an open, nonjudgmental environment where thoughts and feelings can be expressed safely. She works collaboratively with clients to explore concerns, identify strengths, and build practical steps toward greater well-being. Seeking a more fulfilling and happier life often takes courage, and Mary aims to support and empower clients as they take those first steps toward change.

Throughout her long career she has prioritized empathy, steady guidance, and respectful listening, helping people find clarity and resilience as they navigate complex emotional experiences.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Accessible Online Care

Mary Quarles uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to common concerns such as stress, anxiety, and trauma. She applies practical, skills-focused methods to help clients reduce overwhelming symptoms and develop coping strategies for daily life. These techniques aim to teach concrete tools that support emotion regulation, problem solving, and improved communication in relationships.

She also brings an attentive approach to relationship and trauma-related work, helping clients process difficult experiences at a pace that honors their needs. The emphasis is on understanding patterns, building resilience, and restoring a sense of agency after upsetting events. Therapy proceeds collaboratively, with the therapist and client exploring which techniques fit the client’s goals, preferences, and pace of change.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility in how care is delivered. Sessions can take place via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to match communication style and scheduling needs. This range of options supports ongoing access to therapy while accommodating work, family, and location constraints.