Dr. Mary Moran , LCSW

Dr. Mary Moran is a licensed clinical social worker with twenty years of experience in mental health and substance use care. She holds a Ph.D., a Master of Social Work, and a Bachelor of Arts in psychology. Dr. Moran practices in Washington and brings a focus on practical, real-world problems people bring into therapy.

Her approach is collaborative and straightforward. Sessions start by setting clear goals together. She helps people talk through anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, grief, relationship concerns, and identity issues related to LGBT experiences. She also supports those coping with caregiver strain, adoption and foster care concerns, and end-of-life planning.

Dr. Moran uses a mix of approaches tailored to each person. She draws on client-centered work to listen and reflect what matters to the client. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques to identify patterns of thought and behavior that cause distress.

Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are part of her toolkit when people need skills for managing strong feelings or making changes. She is familiar with the Gottman Method for relationship communication and conflict work and applies its principles when relationship patterns are a focus.

Her background includes long experience supervising other clinicians. That experience informs a clear, organized style in session. People can expect a practical, down-to-earth therapist who helps them set steps and track progress toward their goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Dr. Moran often uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the person’s experience and goals; this approach focuses on listening, reflecting, and supporting the choices a person wants to make. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another common method she uses to help people notice unhelpful thought patterns and try practical behavior changes that reduce anxiety and depression.

She will work collaboratively to find the best fit for each person. That means talking through goals, trying an approach, and adjusting as needed rather than committing to a single method from the start. The therapist and client decide together which techniques suit the situation and preferences.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation and nonverbal cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging can be helpful for people who want flexible, brief exchanges or to track thoughts between sessions. These options make scheduling easier and let people fit therapy into busy lives.