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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist. My pronouns are she/her. I am trained in somatic psychotherapy, and I believe that people are not good or bad even when they have some troubling or even harmful behavior. I believe that there is no wrong way to be a person in the world and view all behaviors and choices as a reflection and collection of what has built up inside of or is part of the person making the choice. As a therapist this is reflected in my ability to establish relationships with my clients from a place of curiosity and non-judgment.
My therapeutic foundation rests largely on existentialism and feminist theory. The existential foundation includes the belief that we are responsible for ourselves in the world and that we are happier when we are able to find and create meaning in our lives. The feminist theory that is a part of my work means is that when I am working with a client, that we explore the power dynamics in relationships not only from how it feels but also in the context of a larger socio-cultural lens and social location such as context and awareness of privilege.
My approach to therapy stems from an underlying belief that all people are worthy and that throughout our lives we internalize reactions from others in the world that make us question our value. Because of that, people often start to think that there is something "wrong" with the way that they think and feel. My approach includes the belief that all feelings and thoughts have a purpose and are not "wrong." This includes anxiety and depression. I am a great fit for individuals hoping to find out what the thoughts and feelings inside are trying to say.
Healing starts with accepting who we are, not convincing ourselves that there is something wrong with who we are. I view therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client and expect my clients to bring their own questions to the work we do together. I am typically not a great fit, for someone expecting to be told what to do. I will not do that.
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Jealousy, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Narcissism, Personality disorders, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Women's issues
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Marie is so helpful as well as comforting. She is able to relate my experiences to many others so I never feel alone in my struggle. She is awesome!
Written on Aug 14, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Marie Grace is really pretty amazing. In the short time that I've been seeing her, my anxiety has come down and I feel like it's easier to deal with some of the things that have been bothering me. She listens, doesn't pull punches, doesn't sugar coat and makes me think about what's and why's and frames things in a no bs manner...which I absolutely appreciate. I'm so glad I got paired with her for a therapist.
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief
Very compassionate and validating
Written on Jun 20, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She’s an amazing listener and is so genuine. Working through some family systems issues with her and she’s been very helpful.
Written on Jun 03, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She provides me with the validation, understanding, encouragement and joy I’ve long desired.
Written on May 06, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Marie is very good at active listening. She also helped me see alternative ways to look at situations differently
Written on Mar 05, 2023 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning addictions, and relationship issues
Marie Grace has been very helpful in managing and optimizing my mental health by being an objective, validating therapist who takes in the full picture of who I am as a person, my family dynamic and personality. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to better their well being!
Written on Dec 30, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I appreciate Marie being able to flex with my needs.
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
very wonderful and did the best with what i could offer. wish i had more time with her
Written on Dec 07, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Marie Grace was the perfect fit for me:
-great listener
-approachable and warm
-practical
-responsive
-made me feel at ease and understood
Written on Nov 03, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
I worked with Marie Grace for a full year. Working with Marie Grace was a revelation. It's the first time in my life I felt truly accepted for who I am. I started my sessions at a time where I was in a bad relationship and felt trapped by my decisions and others' actions. Marie Grace helped me to find the answers within myself, without ever telling me what I should do. As someone who always wanted to be told "this is what I'd recommend" it was difficult at first. But I came to understand it's only by taking responsibility for my own life and decisions can I be truly be happy. I'm now the happiest I've ever been and can truly say I love myself and all my cute quirks. Marie Grace, thank you for all you've done.
Written on Oct 07, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I feel better every time I talk to her.
Written on Aug 01, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Marie is very easy to talk to, non judgmental, very supportive. She helps me sort through my thoughts and I trust her. Very grateful to have found her, I tried four in person therapists in my town before trying BetterHelp & I’m so glad I did. Marie is only one county away but I probably wouldn’t have found her on my own. Matching clients with therapists based on the simple questions I filled out in the beginning is genius. I also love the convenience of video sessions and the cost is very reasonable for the quality. Thank you.
Written on Jul 01, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, and compassion fatigue
Marie Grace is wonderful to work with. She listens to what I'm saying and offers a new perspective on how to look at things. I'm excited to continue working with her in the future!
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Marie is great and has been so helpful.
Written on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
Marie Grace is the best therapist I have ever had. She has helped me so much on my journey. I am grateful for her support and honestly would be a mess without her ! A great therapist is one of life’s greatest gift !
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 1 month
Marie has made me feel validated in my emotions and is helping me become the best version of myself. I’ve made leaps and bounds due to her guidance!
Written on Jan 12, 2022 after therapy with Marie for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Marie Grace has helped me to think about my negative thoughts in a completely new way which has helped me to process and take large steps moving on from severe depressive episodes. I am forever grateful!
Written on Nov 24, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Marie is awesome and super helpful and knowledgeable. She is extremely considerate and an excellent listener. I would recommend her to anyone.
Written on Nov 21, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Marie is one of the best counselors I have worked with. Not only is she professional, easy to get in touch with, and relatable, she creates an accepting environment where I can bring up anything I need to and never feel judged. She is very experienced in a wide variety of topics that I’ve brought up and what I like most about working with her is that she listens attentively but then is able to help me bring insight into my own reactions to things and then talk through with me what we may be able to work on going forward. She also have a sense of humor which is really nice. It is easy to schedule with her as she has openings during weekends and evenings as well.
Written on Oct 17, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and grief
She's very attentive and cares about my issues.
Written on Aug 17, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Great counselor. Very insightful!
Written on Jun 27, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Very sweet and understanding.
Written on Apr 14, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Marie is a great listener, and a great helper. She recognizes me as the expert on myself and guides from there. She’s been extremely supportive. Marie is very responsive and checks in on me via text between video sessions.
Written on Mar 23, 2021 after therapy with Marie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd
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