Mary Dooley, LICSW

Mary Dooley is a licensed counselor in Alabama with about 10 years of experience working as both a therapist and a life coach. She has supported people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, career transitions, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, and attention-related issues. She has also worked closely with survivors and families affected by sexual, physical, and emotional abuse.

As a warm and interactive clinician, Mary emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in her work and avoids stigmatizing labels. She practices with an eclectic orientation and integrates methods to fit each person’s unique situation. Mary is straightforward about treatment planning and collaborates with clients to shape conversations and therapeutic goals that reflect their needs.

Mary holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, and she brings a supportive, empowering stance to the process of change. She encourages clients to acknowledge the courage it takes to seek greater well-being and is available to help guide each step toward a more fulfilling life.

Approaches Mary Dooley Uses for Online Therapy

Mary Dooley draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness practices to guide her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective leads the process and personal strengths are highlighted - this approach often helps with relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) examines how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and offers practical strategies to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving coping skills. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to help manage overwhelming emotions, increase present-moment awareness, and support recovery from trauma-related and stress-related difficulties.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic process, and Mary collaborates with each client to determine which approaches best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts interventions over time based on what is most helpful for the person in front of her.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect with a therapist from home or another convenient location while working toward meaningful change.