Mary Ringer , LPCC

Mary Ringer is a licensed mental health professional in New Mexico with 27 years of clinical experience. As an LPCC - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor - she supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, and sleep difficulties, and offers affirmative care for LGBT concerns.

Her practice emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly. Mary integrates practical strategies and compassionate listening to help individuals clarify values, navigate life transitions, and cope with caregiver or aging-related concerns. She also addresses issues such as social anxiety, isolation, guilt and shame, communication problems, and questions about life purpose.

Working with Mary involves collaborative goal-setting and skill-building tailored to each person’s needs and preferences. She aims to help people develop tools for managing stress, improving relationships, and finding greater balance. Mary brings years of experience and a steady, supportive approach to helping people pursue more fulfilling, meaningful lives.

CBT-Focused Care and Flexible Online Support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is a practical, skills-based approach Mary Ringer uses to help people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is often applied to issues like anxiety, depression, stress, sleep problems, and relationship difficulties by teaching concrete strategies for managing symptoms and responding differently to challenging situations.

Mary approaches treatment collaboratively, recognizing that finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. She works with each person to explore options, tailor techniques to their goals, and adjust the plan as needs and preferences evolve. Licensed professionals like Mary draw on experience and client feedback to determine the best fit.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access care without disrupting daily routines. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, allow ongoing skill practice between sessions, and help people connect with a therapist from their own community in a way that suits their life and communication style.