Mari Broman, LMSW

Mari Broman is a licensed mental health professional in Michigan who brings 36 years of clinical experience to her practice. As an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - she supports people navigating major life transitions and a wide range of emotional challenges, including depression, anxiety, stress, relationship and family difficulties, self-esteem concerns, grief, addictions, and career-related issues.

Mari works with individuals across the lifespan, addressing concerns from midlife changes and aging to attachment and blended family dynamics. Her background includes helping clients manage mood disorders, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and issues related to intimacy, communication, and caregiving stress. She also offers coaching for clients seeking clearer direction or better coping strategies during change.

Her clinical approach blends compassion with practical skills, guiding clients toward greater self-understanding and resilience. Sessions emphasize empowerment and self-discovery, with attention to healthier coping, improved communication, and more satisfying relationships. Mari aims to create a collaborative environment where clients can explore emotions, set goals, and pursue meaningful growth with steady professional support.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and growth

Mari integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness approaches into her online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and helps them explore values, emotions, and goals. This approach can be helpful for building self-esteem, improving relationships, and exploring life purpose.

CBT offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with change. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and self-regulation skills, supporting emotional balance and reducing reactivity in situations like anger or grief.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Mari works with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and adapts methods over time so care fits the person rather than forcing a single model.

Online sessions offer flexibility in how people connect - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage transportation limits, or maintain continuity during life transitions. These options allow licensed professionals to provide consistent, accessible support tailored to individual circumstances.