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Mary Ann Johnson, LMFT

North Carolina LMFT for families and adults
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Family and relationship
  • Parenting and self esteem

About Mary Ann Johnson

Mary Ann Johnson is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in North Carolina with seven years of direct care experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families. She works with individuals facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflict, parenting challenges, motivation and self-esteem concerns, and has experience assisting people affected by substance use disorders.

Mary Ann approaches each person and family with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She tailors conversations and treatment plans to meet the unique needs and goals of each client, adapting strategies to fit developmental stage, family dynamics, and individual circumstances. Her work emphasizes practical skills alongside deeper exploration of patterns that contribute to distress.

Recognizing that taking the first step toward a more fulfilling life requires courage, Mary Ann offers supportive, collaborative guidance throughout the process. She centers clients' strengths while addressing challenges like communication difficulties, isolation or loneliness, life purpose questions, and issues related to parenting, divorce, or workplace stress. Her aim is to help clients build clearer direction and more functional relationships through personalized, evidence-informed care.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesSelf esteem

Additional Focus Areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mary Ann Johnson have?

Mary Ann Johnson has 7 years of direct care experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families.

Is Mary Ann Johnson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and holds license NC LMFT 1140.

In which languages does Mary Ann Johnson provide therapy?

Mary Ann provides therapy in English.

Where is Mary Ann Johnson located?

She is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Mary Ann Johnson as my therapist?

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

Does Mary Ann Johnson work with international clients?

Mary Ann Johnson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mary Ann Johnson cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a 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.

How Mary Ann's Approaches Translate to Online Care

Mary Ann draws on client-centered therapy to create a collaborative, empathetic space where clients set the pace and focus of sessions - this approach supports work on self-esteem, motivation, and managing emotional distress by centering the client's goals and lived experience.

She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; CBT is well suited to addressing anxiety, panic attacks, workplace stress, and social phobia through practical strategies and skill building.

Motivational interviewing complements these methods when motivation or substance use concerns arise, helping clients clarify values and strengthen their readiness for change through guided conversation rather than confrontation.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person or family to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging can make this work more accessible and flexible. These options allow clients to engage from different locations, fit sessions into busy schedules, and continue momentum between in-depth conversations and shorter check-ins with licensed professionals and therapists.

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