Mary Alice
I am a licensed therapist in MD and DC dedicated to supporting adults who are navigating perfectionism, overfunctioning, burnout, and low self-worth.
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Many of my clients come to therapy struggling with anxiety (social and generalized), depression, OCD, neurodivergence, complex trauma, or identity-based distress. Most are seeking help because they feel stuck in unwanted patterns or pain. Because your lived experience is unique, I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach.
Together, we will work to reduce your distress, build resilience, and develop practical tools to break free from rigidity, stagnancy, or overwhelm that doesn't serve you.​
About Me.
Inclusivity & Affirming Care
I am deeply committed to providing LGBTQIA+ affirming, kink-aware, and sex-positive care. Whether you are actively exploring your gender identity, sexuality, or alternative relationship structures (like ethical non-monogamy and polyamory)—or you already firmly embrace these identities and simply want a therapist who understands without judgment—you are welcome here.
I also bring a deep awareness of how race, gender, class, body size, ability, and sociocultural background shape who we are. In our space, I strive to honor the full complexity of your identities and apply a culturally responsive lens that acknowledges the very real impact of systemic oppression on mental health.
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My Path to Therapy
Before becoming a therapist, I worked in food access and food justice programs. Over time, I realized my favorite part of the work was the deep, human connections I made with clients, volunteers, and farmers. This passion for one-on-one support led me to social work as a second career. I earned my Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2023 and have been working with adults across the DMV ever since. I have past clinical experience in treating substance use, harm reduction, chronic illness/pain,
Offering EMDR therapy for trauma and anxiety in Frederick County and beyond!
My Training:
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EMDR Basic Training
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​DBT Training
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I-CBT
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ERP
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ACT
My Rates:
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$185 per session, MD &DC residents only
Disclaimer
Intuitive Healing and Wellness, LLC is excited to partner with certain, well-qualified third-party therapists located in Frederick, Maryland.
It is important to note, however, that therapists that are located in our center are not therapists of Intuitive Healing and Wellness, LLC, but rather they are recommended, third-party therapists that are located in our space. Clients working with a recommended therapist are not forming a therapist/client relationship with Intuitive Healing and Wellness, LLC, but instead, they are forming a relationship directly with themselves and the respective, third-party, resident therapist. Your relationship will be between you and your therapist.