Mary Pulscher
Compassionate therapy for life’s transitions and healing
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About
Mary Pulscher, LMHC, is a therapist with 30 years of experience supporting people through the emotional and practical challenges that can arise across the lifespan. Based in Iowa, she works with adults facing concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and major life changes. She also brings a strong interest in helping older adults navigate aging-related transitions, shifting roles, and the impact of health or mobility changes.
Her style is compassionate and holistic, with an emphasis on helping clients reconnect with their inner strengths and clarify what matters most to them. Mary supports individuals who feel isolated or stuck, as well as those working through communication problems, social anxiety, relationship transitions, and questions of personal growth. She also assists clients coping with chronic pain, illness, disability, caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and the strain that can come with balancing family, work, and personal needs.
Mary’s experience includes working with a wide range of concerns, including addictions, mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, anger, ADHD, attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and recovery from difficult past experiences. Her aim is to help clients build resilience, strengthen self-compassion, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful change over time.
Her style is compassionate and holistic, with an emphasis on helping clients reconnect with their inner strengths and clarify what matters most to them. Mary supports individuals who feel isolated or stuck, as well as those working through communication problems, social anxiety, relationship transitions, and questions of personal growth. She also assists clients coping with chronic pain, illness, disability, caregiver stress, compassion fatigue, and the strain that can come with balancing family, work, and personal needs.
Mary’s experience includes working with a wide range of concerns, including addictions, mood disorders such as bipolar disorder, anger, ADHD, attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and recovery from difficult past experiences. Her aim is to help clients build resilience, strengthen self-compassion, and develop practical strategies that support meaningful change over time.
- Location:
- Iowa, United States
- Years Experience:
- 30
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Family conflicts, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IA LMHC 00687
- NPI Number: 1962756791
- License: LMHC (Iowa)
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Mary Pulscher, LMHC, draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore feelings at their own pace, which can be especially helpful for concerns like anxiety, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions.She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, a practical, goal-oriented approach that highlights strengths and helps clients identify small, realistic steps forward. This style can be a good fit for managing stress, navigating work or relationship changes, and building coping skills during demanding seasons of life. Motivational Interviewing may also be used to support change by exploring ambivalence with empathy and clarity, which can be useful when addressing habits, addictions, or readiness for new routines.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Mary collaborates with clients to understand what they are hoping to change, what has or has not worked before, and what style of support feels most comfortable, then adjusts the work accordingly.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, continue support during travel, or choose the format that feels most accessible day to day.
How much experience does Mary Pulscher have?
Mary Pulscher has 30 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
Is Mary Pulscher a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mary Pulscher is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). Her license is IA LMHC 00687.
In which languages does Mary Pulscher provide therapy?
Mary Pulscher provides therapy in English.
Where is Mary Pulscher located?
Mary Pulscher is located in Iowa.
How can I work with Mary Pulscher as my therapist?
You can work with Mary Pulscher through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling.
Does Mary Pulscher work with international clients?
Yes. Mary Pulscher works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary Pulscher cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.