Mary Boyle , LMHC, LPC

Mary Boyle is a therapist with thirty years of experience, working in both community mental health and private practice. Over the course of her career she has gained extensive experience supporting people with serious and persistent mental illness as well as conditions such as depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, and personality disorders. She has a history of working with couples, although she is not currently accepting couples clients.

Mary approaches therapy with care and compassion, listening for the symptoms a person brings and the strategies they have tried. She also explores living situation and family of origin to build a fuller picture of who a client is and what influences their current challenges. Her work draws on multiple methods, including interpersonal therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution-focused therapy, and she adapts her approach to the needs of each individual.

She especially enjoys working with women experiencing low self-esteem, codependency, life adjustments, and relationship difficulties. Mary recommends more intensive treatment than online therapy for anyone who has had suicidal thoughts within the past year. She expects clients to attend scheduled appointments, will wait ten minutes for late arrivals before requesting a reschedule, and may request reassignment after more than one no-show or cancellation without 48 hours notice. Mary holds LMHC and LPC credentials - Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - reflecting professional training and state licensure.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Mary Boyle draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and psychodynamic ideas to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore their values and direction; it is helpful for people facing life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and relationship questions. CBT is a practical, skills-oriented approach that helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches tools to manage symptoms like anxiety and depression. Psychodynamic-informed work explores patterns rooted in past relationships and life experience to increase self-understanding and reduce repeating difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the focus as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Mary is offered by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and needs. These options make it easier for clients to attend regularly, manage appointments around work or caregiving, and maintain continuity of care when life circumstances change.