Mary VanAlstine, LPCC - Therapist in Minnesota

Mary VanAlstine is a non-binary licensed professional counselor clinical candidate (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota.

01About Mary

Mary VanAlstine is a non-binary licensed professional counselor clinical candidate (LPCC) practicing in Minnesota. They focus on helping people who are navigating LGBT concerns, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and struggles with self-esteem. Mary centers each session on the person's strengths and goals and aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable.

Mary believes clients are the experts on their own stories. Sessions are collaborative and paced to match what each person needs.

Background and approach

The therapist offers steady support while helping clients try new ways to cope and build confidence. In session Mary listens for practical patterns that get in the way of daily life. They help people break problems into small, doable steps and practice skills between meetings.

The work often includes building motivation, managing mood shifts, and addressing how past hurt still affects current relationships. Mary has three years of professional experience and brings patience to early sessions. They help clients set clear, reachable goals and check progress together.

People who want a direct, strengths-based approach tend to do well with this style. Sessions focus on what matters now and what can change next. Mary helps clients prepare for common bumps along the way and reinforces small successes.

The aim is steady progress toward a more satisfying and manageable life.

02Credentials

LPCC (Minnesota): License 4203 · expires December 2026
NPI: 1861261877 · national provider identifier

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03Focus areas and approaches

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04Online support

Practical approaches for online care

Mary uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear skills and real-life change. One common approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful patterns and replacing them with manageable actions to reduce distress and improve daily functioning. This helps with mood swings, concentration challenges, and rebuilding trust after trauma. Another approach concentrates on building motivation and small habits so people can reach goals without feeling overwhelmed. That style supports work on self-esteem, follow-through, and coping with symptoms of bipolar disorder.

Choosing the right method is part of the process. The therapist works together with each person to decide what feels most useful based on their goals, experiences, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time so the approach stays relevant and practical.

Online sessions use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video is useful for in-depth conversations and visual cues. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a speaker-only check-in is preferred. Live chat and text-based messaging are good for short updates, quick skill practice, or when someone needs support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives and different schedules.

05Questions people ask

What concerns does this therapist commonly help with?

Mary works with people facing LGBT-related challenges, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and self-esteem or confidence issues.

What is the general approach in therapy sessions?

Sessions are collaborative and strengths-based, focusing on practical steps and skill-building to make daily life easier and more manageable.

How much clinical experience does this therapist have?

Mary has three years of professional work experience in clinical settings supporting people with the listed concerns.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

The therapist holds the credential LPCC and practices in Minnesota as indicated by their profile.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

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

In what formats are sessions offered?

Mary provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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

What are the first steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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