

Mary Blazier, BA
Mental Health Counselor Student Intern
The fact that you are reading this means that you are ready to kick your fears away.
As a student therapist, Mary works under the supervision of a licensed professional to ensure the highest quality of care for her clients.
Specializations:
Credentials & Experience:
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Anxiety & Depression
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Life Transitions
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Relationships & Families
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LGBTQIA+ Population
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Grief & Loss
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Bachelor of Music Education from University of Illinois
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Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from National Louis University (student)
Mary sees clients of all ages.Including children, adolescents, adults, and families.
Specializations:
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Relationship counseling: Assisting individuals and couples in navigating and improving their relationships.
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LGBTQIA+: Supporting individuals from the LGBTQIA+ community with their unique challenges and providing a safe space for exploration and growth.
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Identity issues: Helping clients explore and develop a deeper understanding of their sense of self and personal identity.
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Self-esteem and self-worth issues: Assisting clients in building self-confidence, cultivating a positive self-image, and developing healthy self-worth.
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Anxiety and depression: Supporting individuals struggling with anxiety and depression by offering coping strategies and promoting emotional well-being.
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Adverse childhood experiences: Assisting individuals in processing and healing from traumatic experiences during childhood.
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Grief: Providing support to individuals experiencing loss and helping them navigate the grieving process.
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Divorce: Assisting individuals and families in coping with the challenges and emotional impact of divorce or separation.
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Sexuality and gender: Supporting clients in exploring and understanding their sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Career guidance: Helping individuals in career exploration, decision-making, and finding a fulfilling professional path.
Modalities:
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Nature and experiential therapy: Incorporating the healing power of nature and engaging in experiential activities to promote self-discovery and personal growth.
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Utilizing CBT techniques to identify and modify negative thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress.
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Creative art therapy: Integrating expressive arts such as music, theater, art, and play to facilitate emotional expression and self-exploration.
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Mindfulness: Incorporating mindfulness-based techniques to promote present-moment awareness, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being.