- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
About Mary
Mary Clifford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Arizona with eight years of experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, and bipolar disorder. Her focus also includes addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, sleep problems, parenting strain, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
Mary believes people know their own stories and have strengths to draw on. In sessions she treats clients as partners who bring useful knowledge about their circumstances. She aims to help people use those strengths to handle difficult feelings and make practical changes.
Her approach brings together clear, action-oriented techniques and mindfulness. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy shows how values can guide choices, and mindfulness practices help with present-moment noticing.
Mary also draws on Motivational Interviewing when clients want to make lasting changes such as reducing substance use or improving sleep. She talks through small, realistic steps and helps people notice what works for them. That practical focus is helpful for first responders, people facing end-of-life issues, and those navigating gender dysphoria or intellectual disability concerns.
Sessions cover both immediate coping skills and longer-term patterns. Mary describes therapy as collaborative work - setting goals, testing strategies, and adjusting plans as needed. People who want straightforward tools for anger, stress, or complicated life events may find this a useful way to move forward.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Mary frequently uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. ACT focuses on identifying personal values and committing to actions that reflect those values, which helps when anger or life changes get in the way of what matters most. CBT breaks down patterns of thought and behavior, offering concrete experiments and skill practice to reduce reactivity and improve mood.Mindfulness Therapy is also part of her toolkit and includes simple attention and breathing practices to reduce rumination and frustration. These practices can help with sleep, anxiety, and noticing early signs of anger before it escalates.
Figuring out which approach fits best is part of the early work. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and day-to-day constraints. That may mean mixing ACT values work with CBT experiments and short mindfulness exercises.
The practical benefits of online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives, such as during a work break or between caregiving duties. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can support steady practice of skills, short check-ins, and regular progress reviews without requiring a long commute.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, and bipolar disorder, plus related concerns such as addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, sleep difficulties, parenting strain, and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and bringing in mindfulness and values work.
How long has she been practicing?
She has eight years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Arizona.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and billed?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling the first session.