Therapist profile
Mary Dann-McNamee, LMFT
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Relationships and Family
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- Relationship difficulties
- Grief and loss
- CBT and client-centered
About Mary
Mary Dann-McNamee is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in California with 19 years of experience. She works with adults facing relationship strain, family concerns, grief and loss, intimacy-related issues, and low self-esteem. Mary focuses on practical steps people can use to feel steadier in their day-to-day relationships.
She centers sessions on what each person brings to therapy. Mary treats clients as the experts in their own stories and helps them notice strengths they already have. Conversations tend to be straightforward and aimed at clearer communication and healthier boundaries.
Her background includes long-term clinical work with people managing attachment concerns and caregiver stress. She also supports those dealing with divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and the confusion that can come with midlife changes. Practical topics such as money stress, workplace strain, and pregnancy-related issues are part of her caseload.
Mary uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen and reflect what matters most to the client. She combines this with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when looking at patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems stuck. Together these approaches are used to create concrete next steps clients can try between sessions.
Sessions are offered in English. Because Mary’s practice is based in California, her work reflects the state’s licensure and practice context. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist listens closely and reflects back what matters most to the client. This approach helps people clarify priorities, feel heard, and set realistic goals for change. It is useful for relationship concerns, grief, and parenting stress.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors influence feelings. CBT offers concrete exercises and small experiments to test new ways of reacting. It can help with low self-esteem, worry about relationships, and unhelpful patterns that repeat at home.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of working together. Mary will help identify which approach, or combination of approaches, fits a client's goals and preferences. The plan can change as progress is made and new needs appear.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, cut travel time, and allow a shorter check-in when needed. It can also reduce the need to be away from home for an hour, which helps parents and caregivers manage appointments alongside other responsibilities.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of relationship issues does she address?
She works with adults dealing with relationship strain, intimacy-related issues, and communication problems. This includes concerns about trust, closeness, and day-to-day conflict.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is client-centered with practical use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). She listens first, then helps people spot thoughts and behaviors to try different responses.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mary has 19 years of professional work experience supporting people through family concerns, grief, and relationship issues.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a California Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, and practices in California.
Can she work with non-English speakers or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current options for virtual or in-person sessions before booking.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details should be checked during sign-up.
How do I begin the process?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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