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MARY JACKSON

Mary Jackson, MS, LPC, NCC

Licensed Professional Counselor
National Certified Counselor
Clinical Telemental Health Trained

Mary is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Mary earned her Master of Science degree in Counseling from Southern Methodist University, where she specialized in Activity Therapy, Group Counseling, Family Therapy, and Child-Parent Relationship Training. She is also trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction for Teens and Child Centered Play Therapy.  At SMU’s Centers for Family Counseling at Plano and Frisco ISD, Mary worked as lead counselor, with at-risk children and adolescents, as well as adults and families seeking counseling for a wide range of concerns, such as anxiety, depression, and relationship issues.

Mary believes growth and personal change happens within a warm, non-judgmental, and supportive relationship.  By providing you with this type of therapeutic relationship, Mary walks alongside you as you gain awareness and insights enabling you to better navigate life’s challenges. Mary incorporates mindfulness and therapeutic activities specific to your unique needs and goals.

In her free time, Mary enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter, dog, and three cats.  Mary adores reading and coffee – it is hard to say which is her favorite.

SPEAKING TOPICS

Custom presentations available upon request.

    • Connecting with Your Teen: Strengthening Relationships Between Teens and Parents
    • The Power of Play: Connecting with Your Child Through Play
    • Mindfulness for Teens: Supporting Teens in a Demanding & Fast-Paced World
    • Overachievement and Anxiety: The Myth of the Perfect Student
    • She Couldn’t Possibly Be Autistic: Discovering the Differences
  • Between Female and Male Autism
  • Parenting ADHD Children and Teens

Licensing & Education

Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Nationally Certified Counselor
Certified Telemental Health Provider Associate
M.S. Counseling, Southern Methodist University

Associations & Organizations

American Counseling Association
Texas Counseling Association
Association for Play Therapy
Texas Association for Play Therapy
Texas Counselors for Social Justice

Specialties

Children
Adolescents
Adults
Play Therapy
Child-Parent Relationship Therapy
Parenting Issues
Social Skills and Support Groups
OCD