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- 40 years experience
- LISW Ohio
- Focus on trauma
About Mary
Mary (Peggy) Keating is a licensed independent social worker with 40 years of experience. She helps people untangle the problems that keep them from living as fully as they want. Her approach balances support with direct feedback when clients need a push to get unstuck.
She works with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and relationship struggles. She also supports concerns around identity and LGBT matters, intimacy, parenting stresses, sleep and eating problems, and coping with life changes. Aging and geriatric concerns, chronic illness and caregiver stress are also part of her focus.
Mary uses a mix of practical methods in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Mindfulness practices are used to build calm and focus. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time, motivational interviewing to support change, and EMDR for trauma-related work when appropriate.
Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens closely and offers clear observations when needed. Sessions are aimed at helping people identify manageable next steps and try new ways of coping.
Clients who choose her can expect a steady, experienced guide. The work may include short-term problem solving or longer exploration of life patterns. Mary helps people find realistic tools to move forward and build a life that feels more whole.
She works with adults on issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, trauma and relationship struggles. She also supports concerns around identity and LGBT matters, intimacy, parenting stresses, sleep and eating problems, and coping with life changes. Aging and geriatric concerns, chronic illness and caregiver stress are also part of her focus.
Mary uses a mix of practical methods in sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people change unhelpful thinking and behavior. Mindfulness practices are used to build calm and focus. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat over time, motivational interviewing to support change, and EMDR for trauma-related work when appropriate.
Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens closely and offers clear observations when needed. Sessions are aimed at helping people identify manageable next steps and try new ways of coping.
Clients who choose her can expect a steady, experienced guide. The work may include short-term problem solving or longer exploration of life patterns. Mary helps people find realistic tools to move forward and build a life that feels more whole.
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How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Mary brings several practical methods into online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety and depression. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their intensity. Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and breathing practices to build calm and improve sleep and stress management.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, history, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. Plans are adjusted as needed so the work fits what the client wants to accomplish.
Confirm current session options before booking since session formats are not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that suits a schedule. Many people find that regular remote sessions help maintain momentum between appointments and apply learned skills in day-to-day routines.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
40+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, parenting and caregiver stress, sleep and eating issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is both gentle and direct. She listens empathetically and also offers clear feedback to help clients get unstuck and try practical steps.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 40 years of clinical experience to her work, so she has seen a wide range of long-term and short-term issues across many life stages.
What are her credentials and location?
She holds an LISW credential and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.