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Mary Brahm is a counselor who brings 35 years of experience to her work.

01About Mary

Mary Brahm is a counselor who brings 35 years of experience to her work. She holds an IL LCPC and has extensive background in behavioral health and substance use treatment. Mary draws on practical approaches to help people manage addiction, mood concerns, trauma, and relationship difficulties.

She focuses on helping people cope with life changes, grief, and career or parenting strain. Her practice also addresses co-morbidity, codependency, process addictions, and issues tied to family of origin.

Background and approach

Veterans and first responder concerns are included in her experience from years of work with military and civilian personnel. Mary uses a flexible, client-centered style that meets people where they are. She blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Existential ideas, EMDR, and mindfulness to fit each person’s needs.

Sessions aim to build practical skills, identify triggers, and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. Her background includes work in community mental health, senior therapist roles, and substance use settings. Mary has lived and worked internationally, which shaped her cultural awareness and adaptability when talking with diverse clients.

She also has experience with hospice and end-of-life counseling and grief support. In practice she helps people set goals, practice new coping tools, and work toward greater life satisfaction. Services are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different rhythms and schedules.

02Credentials

LCPC (Illinois)
License 180006589 · expires March 2027
NPI
1942235395 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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Methods Mary names

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04Online support

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice thoughts without getting stuck in them and commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for depression, anxiety, and problems with motivation or life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms like low mood, panic, or relationship conflict. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps reduce the intensity of painful memories and related reactions when trauma is a core concern.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. From there she tailors a mix of methods and checks in regularly to adjust the plan as needed.

Online sessions offer practical benefits for people with busy or unpredictable schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction when discussing emotion or practicing skills. Phone sessions can be a simpler option when bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging make it possible to share short updates, process thoughts between sessions, or stay connected when time is tight.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does she address?

Mary works with addictions, depression, bipolar concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, relationship problems, parenting stress, and career strain. She also focuses on co-morbidity, codependency, process addictions, and multicultural or veteran-related issues.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is client-centered and adaptable. She combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, existential ideas, EMDR, and mindfulness to create practical, goal-focused work.

How much experience does she have?

She brings 35 years of professional experience working in behavioral health, substance use treatment, community mental health, and senior therapist roles.

Where is she licensed and based?

Mary holds an IL LCPC and practices from Illinois. Her background includes work with military and civilian populations and experience across different care settings.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy?

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