Mary Povolo , LMSW

Mary Povolo is a licensed master social worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with three years of clinical experience. She focuses on supporting people facing addictions, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and a range of mood and behavioral issues including depression, bipolar symptoms, ADHD, and sleep or eating difficulties. Mary also works with clients around intimacy, anger, self-esteem, career transitions, and compassion fatigue, and she brings attention to family dynamics, codependency, and issues related to divorce, infidelity, and substance use.

Mary approaches each person as the expert of their own story and looks for strengths that can be built on to address current challenges. Her practice emphasizes practical, evidence-based techniques tailored to the individual needs of adults and families. Whether someone is seeking help with parenting strategies, coping with loss, rebuilding after relationship rupture, or managing addictive behaviors, Mary aims to offer clear, compassionate guidance.

Taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and Mary Povolo acknowledges that decision with respect and encouragement. She works collaboratively with clients to set realistic goals and to develop skills that support lasting change and improved daily functioning.

Evidence-Based Strategies and Flexible Online Care

Mary Povolo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that translate well to remote sessions. She applies skills-based interventions that teach practical coping tools for anxiety, stress, addiction recovery, and mood management, helping clients build habits that support daily functioning and relapse prevention. She also emphasizes relational and family-oriented approaches that explore communication patterns, parenting strategies, and interpersonal dynamics to improve relationships and family wellbeing.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work itself. Mary Povolo collaborates with each client to identify goals, try approaches that fit their needs, and adjust methods over time so the therapy remains relevant and effective for the individual or family.

Online therapy with Mary is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home, during work breaks, or while managing parenting and other responsibilities, supporting steady progress on personal and relational goals.