Dr. Mary Del Vecchio, LPC
Minnesota therapist blending faith and evidence-based care
- 30 years experience
- Client-centered care
- Offers Christian counseling
About Dr. Mary Del Vecchio
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio brings three decades of clinical experience to her counseling work, licensed to practice in both Minnesota and Wisconsin as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) - a credential that authorizes clinical counseling practice. She combines formal training in theology and pastoral ministry with a national certification as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, and she has additional training in A-R-T/Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a focused trauma intervention.
Her approach is caring, interactive, and client-centered, focused on practical solutions while attending to mind-body-spirit connections. Dr. Mary has substantial experience helping people manage depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, workplace stress, emotional abuse, chronic illness, and major life transitions. She integrates evidence-informed techniques with faith-informed perspectives when clients prefer Christian counseling, aiming to respect each person and work collaboratively as a team.
Dr. Mary emphasizes empowering clients with coping skills and strategies to move forward, drawing on tools from cognitive and experiential modalities as well as trauma-focused methods when appropriate. Her style is compassionate and goal-oriented, supporting people through grief, caregiving stress, addiction concerns, intimacy issues, sleep problems, and the many complexities of family systems. She often frames therapy as a partnership that values kindness, respect, and practical skill-building on the path toward greater well-being.
'We are one, after all, you and I. Together we suffer, together we exist, and forever will recreate each other.' - Teilhard de Chardin
Her approach is caring, interactive, and client-centered, focused on practical solutions while attending to mind-body-spirit connections. Dr. Mary has substantial experience helping people manage depression, anxiety, relationship and parenting challenges, workplace stress, emotional abuse, chronic illness, and major life transitions. She integrates evidence-informed techniques with faith-informed perspectives when clients prefer Christian counseling, aiming to respect each person and work collaboratively as a team.
Dr. Mary emphasizes empowering clients with coping skills and strategies to move forward, drawing on tools from cognitive and experiential modalities as well as trauma-focused methods when appropriate. Her style is compassionate and goal-oriented, supporting people through grief, caregiving stress, addiction concerns, intimacy issues, sleep problems, and the many complexities of family systems. She often frames therapy as a partnership that values kindness, respect, and practical skill-building on the path toward greater well-being.
'We are one, after all, you and I. Together we suffer, together we exist, and forever will recreate each other.' - Teilhard de Chardin
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Mary Del Vecchio have?
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio has 30 years of experience in the counseling field.
Is Dr. Mary Del Vecchio a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are WI LPC 3846-125 and MN LPC 915.
In which languages does Dr. Mary Del Vecchio provide therapy?
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Mary Del Vecchio located?
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Dr. Mary Del Vecchio as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Mary Del Vecchio through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Mary Del Vecchio work with international clients?
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Mary Del Vecchio 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. Just 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 Support
Dr. Mary Del Vecchio draws on client-centered therapy to create a supportive environment where the client's perspective guides the work; this approach focuses on empathy, collaboration, and helping people find their own solutions, which is useful for relationship, self-esteem, and life-transition concerns. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often helpful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with change. For clients who have experienced traumatic events, she incorporates EMDR-informed techniques - EMDR helps process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, supporting recovery from trauma and abuse.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Mary works collaboratively with each person to determine the best fit based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. Together they adapt methods over time so therapy stays relevant and effective for the client's situation.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and varied comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from home or on the go, preserve continuity of care during life transitions, and allow therapy to fit more naturally into everyday life.
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