Dr. Mary Moran , LCSW

Dr. Mary Moran is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Washington who brings two decades of experience in mental health and substance use treatment. She holds a B.A. in Psychology from the University of Missouri, a Master of Social Work from the University of Georgia, and a Ph.D. from the University of Utah. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she has spent much of her career working directly with people affected by addiction, trauma, mood concerns, and relationship difficulties.

In addition to direct clinical work, Dr. Moran has served as a clinical supervisor for social workers and mental health counselors for more than 12 years, supporting professionals in developing their skills and clinical judgment. She has recently undertaken study in trauma-informed therapy to deepen her approach to healing and recovery. Her clinical training includes family systems and feminist theory, and she integrates multiple intervention styles such as cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, reality therapy, structural family therapy, spiritually centered approaches, and solution-focused techniques.

Dr. Moran practices from a person-in-environment perspective, attending both to internal thoughts and feelings and to the ways surroundings shape wellbeing. Her work is collaborative - she partners with clients to set meaningful goals and build practical strategies for change across stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, career transitions, and other life challenges.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Dr. Mary Moran often uses client-centered therapy in which the therapist creates a supportive, nonjudgmental environment and follows the client's lead to explore concerns and goals. This approach is helpful for building self-awareness, strengthening coping skills, and addressing issues like low self-esteem, grief, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is another core method she applies. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors, which can be effective for anxiety, depression, stress, and many day-to-day challenges.

Mindfulness therapy complements these methods by teaching present-moment awareness and self-regulation techniques to manage emotional reactivity and persistent stress. These practices can be useful for trauma-related symptoms, compassion fatigue, and ongoing worry.

Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Moran works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best align with their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts the plan over time.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage mobility or geographic constraints, and access support from home. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, goal-focused work across these remote formats.