Mari Broman , LMSW

Mari Broman is a Michigan-based licensed therapist with 36 years of clinical experience who supports people navigating major life transitions and emotional challenges. Holding an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - she combines extensive training with decades of practice to address concerns such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, communication difficulties, and interpersonal relationship struggles.

Mari draws on deep experience with mood disorders, social anxiety, family dynamics, and the questions that surface at different life stages, from midlife shifts to aging and geriatric matters. Her work also encompasses helping clients manage workplace stress and explore life purpose, always with attention to the nuances of individual histories and family systems.

Her therapeutic approach centers on empowerment, self-discovery, and holistic healing. Mari creates a supportive setting where people can examine emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and pursue meaningful personal growth. Whether addressing relationship difficulties, grief, or the search for greater self-understanding, she offers steady professional guidance and compassionate accompaniment through change.

Approaches That Guide Online Care

Mari commonly incorporates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy in her online practice. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy and collaboration, giving clients space to explore their values, self-worth, and relationships while the therapist supports personal growth and self-directed change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related patterns. Mindfulness Therapy introduces present-moment awareness and simple attention practices to help reduce reactivity and improve coping with strong emotions and life transitions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mari works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies over time so treatment remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy with Mari is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to access consistent support and maintain momentum in work toward personal goals while fitting care into everyday life.