About

Mary Gales-Wenz is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Minnesota with more than 40 years of professional experience. She holds a Minnesota clinical social work license (MN LICSW 4518) and has maintained a long career in behavioral health settings.

After completing a master’s degree in social work, Mary spent two decades working for the Department of Veterans Affairs at both the St. Cloud and Minneapolis hospitals, providing services in outpatient and inpatient settings. Her subsequent positions have included roles at the Hazelden Center for Youth and Families, Allina Behavioral Health Clinics, and Central Minnesota Mental Health Clinics, along with clinical supervision of residential treatment for the Department of Corrections and behavioral healthcare management for a local Minnesota insurance company. She has also sustained a small private practice since 2009.

Mary’s clinical work has involved adults, seniors, and adolescents in chemical dependency and mental health treatment facilities, addressing concerns such as post-traumatic stress (PTS), anxiety, sexual and physical trauma, and depression diagnoses. She keeps her skills current with evolving research and treatment approaches and has a particular interest in the mind-body connection and therapies that help people understand that link. Mary is trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy, a modality designed to help individuals process both emotional and cognitive aspects of difficult experiences.

Location:
Minnesota, United States
Years Experience:
40
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Addictions, Depression, Grief, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Anger, Bipolar, Career, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Codependency, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Disability, Disaster relief therapy, Domestic violence, Family, Family of origin issues, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, LGBT, Men’s issues, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self esteem, Self-harm, Sexual trauma, Sleeping, Somatization, Veterans, Women’s issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: MN LICSW 4518
  • NPI Number: 1023166659
  • License: LICSW (Minnesota) #4518 exp 2026-10-31

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How much experience does Mary Gales-Wenz have?

Mary Gales-Wenz has 40 years of experience in providing therapy services.

Is Mary Gales-Wenz a licensed therapist?

Yes. Mary Gales-Wenz is licensed in Minnesota as an independent clinical social worker (MN LICSW 4518).

In which languages does Mary Gales-Wenz provide therapy?

Mary Gales-Wenz provides therapy in English.

Where is Mary Gales-Wenz located?

Mary Gales-Wenz is located in Minnesota.

How can I work with Mary Gales-Wenz as my therapist?

You can work with Mary Gales-Wenz through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Mary Gales-Wenz cost?

The cost of therapy with Mary Gales-Wenz can vary depending on factors such as your location and her 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?

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