Mary Widseth

Mary Widseth is a Licensed Professional Counselor who focuses on helping people understand themselves and their relationships. She draws on seven years of clinical work to support adults facing anxiety, depression, grief, sleep difficulties, trauma, and life transitions. Mary speaks plainly and aims to make therapy practical and understandable for clients and their families.

She holds a master’s degree in Community Psychology and Rehabilitation Counseling from Saint Cloud State University and a bachelor’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from the University of Wisconsin–Stout. Her background includes work with adults who experienced cognitive, communication, or physical challenges in workplace settings. That early work involved on-the-job training, coordinating with employers, and using tools like picture supports and sign language for communication.

After graduate school, Mary provided in-home therapy for children aged 7 to 18 and their families for two years. She then spent two additional years working with adults and children in an office setting as a mental health therapist. Her experience includes supporting people with ADHD, autism, addictions, gender and body-related concerns, and challenges with emotional and behavioral regulation.

In sessions she uses familiar methods such as client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral tools, dialectical behavior ideas, emotionally focused work, and trauma-focused methods. She adapts techniques to the client’s needs and communication style, including visual supports when language is a barrier. Mary emphasizes clear communication and collaborative problem solving.

Many clients come for help with sleeping, stress, parenting strain, career worries, or rebuilding after loss. Mary aims to create straightforward, usable strategies so people can sleep better, manage emotions, and improve daily functioning.

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