Mary Gates
LPC (20 years) specializing in trauma, anxiety, and relationships
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About
Mary Gates is a licensed professional counselor with two decades of clinical experience and active licensure in Oklahoma and Colorado. Her practice focuses on guiding people through depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, and family concerns. She brings steady, pragmatic attention to symptoms while holding space for the interpersonal dynamics that shape daily life and decision making.
She works with challenges such as social anxiety, isolation, communication difficulties, post-traumatic stress, and questions about life purpose. Her approach is person-centered and collaborative, drawing on evidence-informed strategies to help individuals build coping tools and clearer patterns of relating.
Mary emphasizes an affirming and respectful atmosphere for LGBTQ+ individuals and older adults. She aims to help people navigate transitions, improve relationship patterns, and develop practical strategies for emotional well-being while honoring each person’s strengths and lived experience.
She works with challenges such as social anxiety, isolation, communication difficulties, post-traumatic stress, and questions about life purpose. Her approach is person-centered and collaborative, drawing on evidence-informed strategies to help individuals build coping tools and clearer patterns of relating.
Mary emphasizes an affirming and respectful atmosphere for LGBTQ+ individuals and older adults. She aims to help people navigate transitions, improve relationship patterns, and develop practical strategies for emotional well-being while honoring each person’s strengths and lived experience.
- Location:
- Oklahoma, United States
- Years Experience:
- 20
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Other areas of experience: Communication problems, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CO LPC LPC.0005033, OK LPC 10474
- NPI Number: 1912131996
- License: LPC (Oklahoma), LPC (Colorado)
Online sessions and therapeutic approach
Mary provides remote care using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences. These options allow people to choose a format that fits their routine and comfort level for ongoing sessions and check-ins.
Her therapeutic stance emphasizes collaborative healing and evidence-informed practices. Collaborative work means she partners with the person to set goals, explore patterns, and try practical strategies together. Evidence-informed practices are used as a framework for shaping skills and interventions that match the person’s needs while remaining adaptable to their feedback.
Mary also describes her work as tailored and empathic, attending to communication patterns, social anxiety, trauma-related concerns, and questions about life purpose. The range of remote formats supports brief exchanges through messaging or more in-depth conversations by video or phone, allowing flexibility in how they work together.
What is Mary Gates's professional background?
Mary Gates has 20 years of experience as a practicing counselor, supporting work with depression, anxiety, trauma, addictions, and family issues.
What credentials and licenses does she hold?
She is an LPC with licensure listed as CO LPC LPC.0005033 and OK LPC 10474.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are provided in English.
Where is Mary based?
Mary is based in Oklahoma and holds licensure in both Oklahoma and Colorado.
What ways can people work with her remotely?
She offers remote contact via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does she accept clients who live outside the United States?
This profile indicates she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her services.