Dr. Mary Jane Preece is a licensed counselor who focuses on helping people build stronger self-esteem and manage anxiety, stress, and life transitions. She brings two decades of experience in Ohio and aims to create a calm, respectful space where people can talk through what matters most to them.
Her style centers on listening first and then working with each person to find practical steps forward. She uses approaches like client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral tools to break problems into manageable pieces. Mindfulness and dialectical skills also appear in sessions for emotional regulation and grounding.
Dr. Preece has supported people through grief, caregiver strain, and career stress. She helps with relationship patterns, parenting challenges, and the fallout from trauma or abuse. Her work also includes concerns such as ADHD, chronic illness, and issues stemming from family of origin or abandonment.
In session she focuses on clear goals and skills you can use between visits. That might mean practicing new communication habits, learning ways to manage strong emotions, or building routines that support self-worth. Her aim is steady, practical progress rather than quick fixes.
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and has worked across clinical and community settings in Ohio. People who choose her often want a straightforward, compassionate approach to regain balance and move toward personal goals.
How her approaches shape online therapy
Client-centered therapy puts your concerns at the center of each session. The therapist listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps you decide the next steps. This approach is useful for building self-esteem and clarifying personal values.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical ways to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by breaking problems into smaller tasks and practicing new habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with anger, relationship patterns, and emotional overwhelm.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with you about your goals and try methods that fit your needs. Together you will adjust strategies as progress is made and preferences become clearer.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins during a workday, or reduce travel time. A collaborative plan helps make sessions feel useful and manageable while you work on skills, self-understanding, and daily routines.
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
20+ years
Credentials
Ohio, Arizona
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Dr. Preece address?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem, plus grief, trauma, caregiver strain, ADHD, and related issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is client-centered and practical. Sessions focus on listening, setting clear goals, and teaching skills you can use between meetings.
What kind of background does she have?
She brings 20 years of experience working in clinical and community settings and has supported people through a wide range of life challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices in Ohio.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Choose the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.