Mary Schoen, LICSW

Mary Schoen is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) based in Minnesota. She brings 17 years of experience and a calm, nonjudgmental approach to sessions. Mary focuses on helping people move past what holds them back so they can live more fully.

She meets people where they are and follows their lead about which methods to use. Her work often addresses stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, and relationship and intimacy concerns. She also supports people dealing with caregiver strain, aging and geriatric issues, ADHD, and career or life transitions.

Mary uses practical talking and problem-solving in sessions. She draws from approaches such as acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based work, emotionally focused ideas, and client-centered listening. Sessions focus on concrete steps and clearer choices rather than jargon.

She has returned to practice after stepping away, and says that experience helped her sharpen how she helps others. Mary emphasizes respect and acceptance in the room and aims to remove barriers that keep people stuck.

People who want straightforward, person-centered help for everyday struggles often connect well with her style. She offers guidance for parenting stress, substance concerns, grief, and the practical fallout of trauma. If a collaborative, empathetic approach feels right, she can work with a client to set goals and plan next steps.

How her approaches translate to online work

Mary often draws on acceptance and commitment therapy and attachment-based ideas alongside client-centered listening. Acceptance and commitment therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and choose values-based action instead of getting stuck. Attachment-based work focuses on patterns in close relationships and helps people change how they connect and respond. Client-centered therapy centers the person’s experience and uses active listening to help people find their own answers.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Mary will work with each person to decide which combination of methods suits their goals and preferences. The plan is collaborative and can change as needs shift.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time, letting people meet from a familiar spot, or allowing shorter check-ins on a tight schedule. They can also help when mobility, caregiving responsibilities, or work hours make in-person visits hard. Talk with Mary about what will work best for scheduling and how to shape sessions to meet your practical needs.