Mary Tobias, LMFT, LPC

Louisiana · 3 years in practice

Mary Tobias is a licensed counselor who uses an existential perspective alongside other practical methods to help people facing hard moments.

License and registration

LPC, Louisiana: 7781 · expires June 2027
LMFT, Louisiana: 1370 · expires December 2027
NPI: 1487170429 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 3
Languages: English

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.

About Mary

Mary Tobias is a licensed counselor who uses an existential perspective alongside other practical methods to help people facing hard moments. She holds LMFT and LPC credentials and brings three years of clinical experience to sessions. Mary listens with curiosity and treats each person as the expert on their own life.

She focuses on common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. Mary also helps people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, anger, and self-esteem struggles.

Background and approach

First responder issues are an additional area she addresses. In sessions Mary blends client-centered care with structured tools from cognitive behavioral approaches and emotion-focused methods. Conversations are interactive and tailored to practical goals, with an emphasis on small, usable steps.

She aims to help people find clearer meaning and better routines that fit their values. Mary works with people who want help coping with life changes and improving relationships. She uses mindfulness techniques to build awareness and reduce stress.

The overall tone of her work is collaborative and respectful, with attention to what each person brings to the room. Her practice offers multiple ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. People who are interested begin by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Mary lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Family conflicts
Bipolar disorder
Depression
ADHD
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
First responder issues

Approaches Mary names

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Online support

How existential and practical approaches work online

Existential Therapy looks at the big questions people face - meaning, choice, responsibility, and how to live with uncertainty. It helps when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed by change, or wants clearer direction in life.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and meeting a person where they are. This approach supports people who need understanding, acceptance, and space to find their own answers.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) uses short, structured techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and habits. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and developing coping skills for everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate to identify which methods fit a person's needs, goals, and comfort level. Sessions can blend elements from different approaches so the plan feels practical and tailored.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for face-to-face conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Live chat or messaging works well for quick check-ins, short exercises, or when writing out thoughts feels easier. These options offer flexibility to fit therapy into busy days and differing schedules.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

Mary works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, ADHD, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting struggles, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on first responder issues.

What is the therapist's style in sessions?

Sessions combine an empathetic, client-centered stance with active listening and interactive work. Mary uses practical tools and short exercises to help people try new ways of thinking and behaving.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including mood disorders, trauma, ADHD, and relationship challenges.

Where is Mary licensed and based?

Mary holds LMFT and LPC credentials and practices in Louisiana.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available online?

People can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How does someone begin working with this therapist?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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