Mary-Catherine Nimphius , LPC

Mary-Catherine Nimphius is a licensed therapist based in Oregon who brings a compassionate, individualized approach to supporting people through complex emotional experiences. With an LPC - a Licensed Professional Counselor credential - she combines practical skills and empathic listening to help clients move through difficult moments and toward clearer goals.

She has extensive experience addressing depression, anxiety, major life transitions, and interpersonal dynamics. Mary-Catherine focuses on helping people build deeper self-understanding, strengthen resilience, and foster more meaningful connections in their relationships. She is particularly committed to working with young adults and others who are exploring identity, relationships, and personal growth.

Her work is collaborative and validating, emphasizing concrete coping strategies while also attending to underlying emotional patterns. Drawing from evidence-based practices, she offers a supportive space for clients to examine limiting beliefs, practice new skills, and pursue greater emotional wellbeing. Mary-Catherine aims to accompany each person with genuine empathy, respect, and a steady commitment to their healing and development.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Support and Growth

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying what matters most so they can take meaningful action. ACT can be useful for clients facing anxiety, depression, or uncertain life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It offers practical tools for managing symptoms of anxiety and depression and for building more effective coping strategies in daily life.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal skills. It can help people who struggle with intense emotions, impulsivity, or relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mary-Catherine works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adapt techniques and pace to match each person's situation.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging provides flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access care from different locations. These options let clients choose the format that feels most comfortable and practical while maintaining ongoing contact with a licensed professional.