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My name is Marie McDonald and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. I work with adults, specializing in substance use disorders, relapse prevention, anxiety and depression, relationships, and communication.
My approach
I utilize a range of modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-focused, Mindfulness, and Narrative approaches.
My focus
I am experienced working with a range of mental health challenges in adults including substance use, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles.
My communication style
My communication style is collaborative and straightforward. I work together with clients to explore difficulties and challenges without judgment.
My journey to mental healthcare
I started my career working in developmental disabilities. This sparked an interest in social work which led me to getting a master's in social work in 2012 from the University of New Hampshire. I have spent the last eight years working in Community Mental Health in New Hampshire. I have worked with a wide variety of diagnoses including Substance Use Disorders, Relapse Prevention, Anxiety, Depression, and Mood Disorders.
My goals for you
Together we will discuss what you would like to accomplish and what progress means to you. We will regularly review progress on goals and make adjustments as needed.
My first session with you
The first session will be gathering information about you, with what is called a bio-psycho-social. We will review your medical, social, drug history (if applicable), mental health, and employment to get a full picture of your life. We will discuss what life events brought you into therapy and what treatment may have been useful for you in the past.
