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Mary Kallenbach, LCMHC

North Carolina LCMHC for trauma and relationships
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Anxiety and depression
  • Couples and families

About Mary Kallenbach

Mary Kallenbach is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina who brings more than two decades of clinical experience to her work with adults, couples, families, and groups. She earned a Master of Counseling from Webster University in 1997 and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Denver. Since beginning her counseling career in 1995, she has worked across inpatient, community, school, and residential settings, gaining broad experience with eating disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, PTSD, and other complex presentations.

Mary has maintained a private practice since 1998 and has also worked in county mental health, school-based programs, and a residential healing farm where she supported adults with serious and persistent mental illness. Her clinical toolkit includes cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, EMDR, prolonged exposure, solution-focused strategies, and, when appropriate, animal-assisted therapy. These modalities are applied to a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship difficulties, depression, addictions, grief, and issues related to identity and family dynamics.

Her approach centers on meeting clients where they are and collaborating to build practical strategies and empowerment. Mary focuses on helping people develop coping skills, strengthen relationships, and work through life transitions with compassionate, goal-oriented care. She is accepting new clients in North Carolina and works with adults across diverse clinical needs.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mary Kallenbach have?

Mary Kallenbach has 23 years of experience in the counseling profession.

Is Mary Kallenbach a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Her license in North Carolina is NC LCMHC S3220.

In which languages does Mary Kallenbach provide therapy?

Mary provides therapy in English.

Where is Mary Kallenbach located?

Mary is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Mary Kallenbach as my therapist?

You can work with Mary through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mary Kallenbach work with international clients?

No. Mary does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mary Kallenbach cost?

Costs can vary based on factors such as your location and Mary’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Mary draws from well-established, evidence-informed approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches practical skills to change those patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult emotions while committing to meaningful action, which can be useful for chronic stress, grief, and life transitions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that supports processing disturbing memories and reducing their emotional intensity, and it is applied when past events continue to affect present functioning.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Mary works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and needs, and together they determine which methods fit best, adapting techniques as healing progresses.

Online therapy with Mary is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it possible to access licensed professionals from home or other convenient locations, maintain continuity of care during life transitions, and use formats that match individual communication styles.

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