Mary McLaggan, LPC, LMHC
Compassionate counselor for life transitions
- Anxiety and stress support
- ADHD and mood concerns
- Relationship and family issues
About Mary McLaggan
Mary McLaggan is a licensed counselor with two decades of clinical experience who works with people facing stress, anxiety, ADHD, depression, and major life changes. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around the distinctive needs of every individual.
Mary holds LPC and LMHC credentials - professional licenses that indicate advanced training and qualification to provide mental health counseling. Over 20 years she has supported clients through relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, self-esteem and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting and career transitions, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and wellbeing.
Her practice emphasizes a collaborative process in which the therapeutic dialogue is adapted to fit personal goals and circumstances. Mary encourages taking the first steps toward a more satisfying life and offers steady support during that process. She combines clinical experience with a compassionate, client-focused stance to help people build coping skills, address underlying patterns, and pursue meaningful change.
Mary holds LPC and LMHC credentials - professional licenses that indicate advanced training and qualification to provide mental health counseling. Over 20 years she has supported clients through relationship and family concerns, trauma and grief, self-esteem and intimacy issues, sleep problems, parenting and career transitions, and other challenges that affect daily functioning and wellbeing.
Her practice emphasizes a collaborative process in which the therapeutic dialogue is adapted to fit personal goals and circumstances. Mary encourages taking the first steps toward a more satisfying life and offers steady support during that process. She combines clinical experience with a compassionate, client-focused stance to help people build coping skills, address underlying patterns, and pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mary McLaggan have?
Mary McLaggan has 20 years of professional experience.
Is Mary McLaggan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LPC and LMHC credentials. License details are TX LPC 19406 and IA LMHC 121856.
In which languages does Mary McLaggan provide therapy?
Mary provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Mary McLaggan located?
Mary is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Mary McLaggan as my therapist?
You can work with Mary through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mary McLaggan work with international clients?
Mary McLaggan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary McLaggan cost?
Costs can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Mary integrates Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her work. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people build safer, more secure ways of connecting with others. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on meeting clients where they are, offering empathic listening and collaboration so that individuals can explore their values and goals at their own pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Mary works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques as progress is made and as priorities shift.
Online therapy offers flexibility for scheduling and makes it easier to access consistent support through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow clients to engage in therapy from home or other convenient settings, maintain regular contact during transitions, and choose the communication style that fits their life and comfort level.