MaryLee Morganfield , LPC

MaryLee Morganfield is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and anger. She approaches each person with respect for their lived experience and an emphasis on the strengths they bring to the work. MaryLee believes that clients are the experts in their own stories and that therapy is a collaborative process where the counselor supports and empowers change.

Her style centers on fostering courage and practical steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. She helps clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and restore connection in relationships while honoring the pace and priorities of each individual. Seeking help is framed as a brave first step, and MaryLee aims to provide steady guidance and encouragement throughout the journey.

As an LPC licensed in Missouri, she draws on evidence-informed approaches to address everyday struggles and major life transitions. Her practice is intended for people seeking clear, compassionate support to move past obstacles and toward goals that reflect their values and aspirations.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

MaryLee often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts or feelings, and take practical steps toward a meaningful life. ACT can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance gets in the way of living the life a person wants.

She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, a person-focused approach that emphasizes empathy, active listening, and supporting clients to find their own solutions. This approach helps people who need a supportive space to explore emotions, rebuild self-worth, or work through relationship concerns.

MaryLee may integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build concrete skills for managing mood, panic, and everyday stress. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and problem-solving around behavior change.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. MaryLee works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best with their goals, needs, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility to meet with a licensed professional from different locations. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort. These options make it easier to maintain regular sessions, address urgent concerns, and continue the work of therapy across life transitions.