Mary Mcfarland-Norris

Mary Mcfarland-Norris is a licensed independent clinical social worker based in Birmingham, Alabama, who provides telehealth services statewide to adults ages 18 to 100.

She focuses on anxiety and stress while also addressing a broad range of concerns including depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, eating and sleeping disorders, anger management, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, career difficulties, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue. Her clinical practice emphasizes practical skills and symptom relief alongside longer term growth.

Mary most often uses cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy, adapting her approach to match each person’s needs. She aims to build a shared understanding of a client’s experience and to help identify a clear, manageable path forward.

Her communication style is calm, empathetic, and personable, and she emphasizes listening without judgment. Mary works collaboratively on goal setting, tracking progress, and establishing trust so clients feel comfortable engaging in therapy. Early sessions typically focus on understanding feelings and gathering information to guide treatment.

Mary was drawn to this work by a long-standing desire to help others, from volunteering as a candy striper at a local nursing home to being a loyal and trusted friend, and she continues to find meaning in supporting people through difficult transitions and toward becoming their personal best.