Mary Bechtel, LGPC is a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping adolescents and adults navigate life’s challenges with greater confidence, resilience, and self-compassion. She works with students and professionals experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, career uncertainty, and the emotional demands of balancing work, school, and personal life.

Mary also has a special interest in supporting women through significant life transitions, including divorce, relationship changes, career shifts, and other unexpected changes that can leave them feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about what comes next. She believes that while these transitions can be difficult, they can also become opportunities for healing, growth, and creating a life that feels more authentic and fulfilling.

Mary’s approach is collaborative, compassionate, and goal-oriented. She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while developing practical tools to manage life’s challenges. She works alongside clients to build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and gain clarity as they move toward meaningful and lasting change.

Mary believes that healing begins by feeling truly heard and understood. She is committed to creating a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to explore their experiences, discover their strengths, and move forward with confidence. Whether someone is facing anxiety, navigating a major life transition, or simply feeling stuck, Mary strives to help each client feel empowered to create a life that aligns with their values and goals.