About

Mary Acosta-Granger is an LCSW licensed in Texas with 39 years of clinical practice. She works across a broad spectrum of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, relationship and family challenges, parenting and caregiver stress, and issues related to intimacy and self esteem. She also notes experience with bipolar conditions, anger, compassion fatigue, multicultural concerns, veteran and armed forces issues, and aging and geriatric matters.

Her approach blends client-centered listening with structured strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. She also draws on mindfulness, solution-focused work, and Gottman Method tools for relationship-focused concerns. Mary individualizes treatment plans in collaboration with each person and emphasizes interactive, goal-directed sessions that respond to both immediate needs and longer-term change.

Bilingual in English and Spanish at a native-speaker level, she is comfortable working in European and Latin American Spanish. While she has experience with children, her stated preference is to work with adults who are motivated to pursue changes that lead to greater personal satisfaction and improved communication with others.
Location:
Texas, United States
Years Experience:
39
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Blended family issues, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Multicultural concerns
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: TX LCSW 11225
  • NPI Number: 1851383897
  • License: LCSW (Texas)

Remote therapy options and methods



Mary combines structured skills work with a collaborative, person-centered stance when working remotely. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify and shift patterns of thought and behavior, while Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers practical tools for emotion regulation and distress tolerance. She also integrates mindfulness practices to help clients develop present-moment awareness.

For couples or relationship concerns she can draw on the Gottman Method to address communication patterns and build constructive interaction strategies, and solution-focused techniques are employed to clarify short-term goals and steps forward. Sessions are organized in partnership with each client so goals, homework, and progress are clear and tailored.

Online sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow Mary to work with bilingual English and Spanish speakers and to match the mode of contact to client preference and practical needs.

How much clinical experience does Mary have?

Mary Acosta-Granger has 39 years of experience as a psychotherapist and counselor.

What are her professional credentials?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), TX LCSW 11225.

Which languages does she offer therapy in?

She conducts sessions in English and Spanish; she is bilingual and comfortable with both European and Latin American Spanish.

Where is she licensed to practice?

Mary is licensed in Texas and lists Texas as her location.

What communication methods are available for sessions?

Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does she accept international clients?

This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.

How are fees and payment arranged?

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

How does someone get started with her?

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