Mary McLaggan, LPC, LMHC
Compassionate counselor for life transitions
- 20 years experience
- Bilingual English and Spanish
- ADHD and anxiety support
About Mary McLaggan
Mary McLaggan is a licensed counselor with two professional credentials - LPC and LMHC - and 20 years of experience supporting adults through a wide range of challenges. She works with people facing ADHD, stress and anxiety, depression, and those navigating significant life changes, bringing a calm and steady presence to each conversation.
Mary explains her credentials plainly: LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She draws on this background to tailor dialog and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation, matching practical techniques to individual goals and circumstances.
Respect, sensitivity, and compassion are central to her approach. Mary focuses on building a collaborative relationship where clients feel heard and empowered to take steps toward a more satisfying life. She offers services in both English and Spanish and adapts her methods to fit cultural and personal needs, helping clients find clearer ways to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Mary aims to provide supportive, goal-oriented care that meets people where they are and helps them move forward at a pace that feels right.
Mary explains her credentials plainly: LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor and LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. She draws on this background to tailor dialog and treatment plans to each person’s unique situation, matching practical techniques to individual goals and circumstances.
Respect, sensitivity, and compassion are central to her approach. Mary focuses on building a collaborative relationship where clients feel heard and empowered to take steps toward a more satisfying life. She offers services in both English and Spanish and adapts her methods to fit cultural and personal needs, helping clients find clearer ways to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Recognizing that beginning therapy takes courage, Mary aims to provide supportive, goal-oriented care that meets people where they are and helps them move forward at a pace that feels right.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mary McLaggan have?
Mary McLaggan has 20 years of professional experience.
Is Mary McLaggan a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credentials LPC and LMHC. License details are TX LPC 19406 and IA LMHC 121856.
In which languages does Mary McLaggan provide therapy?
Mary McLaggan provides therapy in English and Spanish.
Where is Mary McLaggan located?
Mary McLaggan is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Mary McLaggan as my therapist?
You can work with Mary McLaggan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mary McLaggan work with international clients?
Mary McLaggan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary McLaggan 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, 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 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 Remote Care
Mary McLaggan integrates several established approaches to tailor care to each client's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns influence present-day connections and emotional responses - it can help with intimacy-related concerns, abandonment issues, and relationship difficulties. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, giving clients space to explore values and goals while the therapist supports self-directed growth - this approach often benefits self-esteem, life transitions, and personal decision-making. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete strategies for managing anxiety, depressive symptoms, and practical coping skills for everyday challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary collaborates with clients to determine which methods fit best with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting the plan over time as progress is made and needs change.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins can take place via live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain regular care around work, family, and other commitments, and they can increase access to consistent support from licensed professionals when in-person visits are not feasible.