Mary Duran (she/her)

LCSW, LCDC
Accepting Clients

Hello! My name is Mary and I am a licensed clinical social worker and a licensed chemical dependency counselor based in Houston, TX.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Houston, TX

About My Clients

I enjoy working with young adults, men, adolescents (14+), and families struggling to find their place in this world. Often my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorders, substance use struggles, self-esteem, and life transitions. My goal is to create a therapeutic environment that feels welcoming and free from judgment, allowing us to collaborate effectively in equipping you with the necessary skills to lead a more authentic & fulfilling life.

My Background and Approach

In my career of 10+ years in the industry, I have worked with people experiencing a wide variety of complex mental health concerns and have found a true passion for substance use and borderline personality disorder. I approach therapy from a relational model and primarily use techniques from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), attachment-based therapy, self-compassion, and mentalization. I believe in building a collaborative therapeutic alliance to allow you to feel heard and valued in our work together. In our time together, you'll find I offer a direct approach while maintaining a warm, empathetic, and supportive space where we can explore your emotions, gain new insights, learn ways to effectively cope, and move toward a happier life. I'm excited to support you on this therapeutic journey and to witness your growth firsthand!

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I believe that beginning the therapy process is truly powerful and brave. I entered into this field due to early life exposure of both the impact of substance use and mental health challenges can have on both a person and their families and I am passionate about the work I am privileged to do with others. I believe building a strong therapeutic relationship with a provider is the most important part in healing and I value ensuring it is the proper fit.

I offer online counseling in the following states:

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $200 - 250/session

Info

Email Mary
5252 Westchester Ave
Suite 170
Houston, TX 77401

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