Licensed clinical social worker in both New Hampshire and Massachusetts. Member of the National Association of Social Workers.

Therapeutic Approach:

Mary Beth has training in and can draw from a number of psychological theories and therapeutic orientations. These include cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, family systems theory, solution-focused therapy, and attachment theory. She also enjoys using life coaching techniques. Mary Beth approaches therapy from the perspective that everyone has a unique background, issues, and concerns. She views therapy as a collaborative process and believes that positive change and personal growth occur most easily within the context of a supportive relationship.

 

Background:

Mary Beth has over 12 years experience in working with clients of all ages and with a variety of clinical issues. She has a Bachelor's degree in Art History from Bowdoin College, and a Masters of Science- Social Work (MSSW) degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. She has worked in a variety of settings, including community mental health centers, schools, and hospitals.

A native of New Hampshire, Mary Beth spent nearly 10 years living outside of New England before choosing to return to New Hampshire and settle down. Places where she has lived and worked include Seattle, Washington; Fargo, North Dakota; Boulder County, Colorado; and Madison, Wisconsin. She values diversity and finds it rewarding to get to know people with different backgrounds.

In 2008, Mary Beth led a group of volunteers to create The New Mothers Resource Guide of the Greater Seacoast. The guide's website is www.newmothersresourceguide.org, and its purpose is to promote the physical and emotional wellbeing of pregnant women and new mothers living in the Greater Seacoast area. In creating the resource guide, Mary Beth developed a strong interest in working with new mothers.

 

Payment:

Most major insurances accepted, including Medicaid and Medicare. A sliding fee scale is also available.