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Mari Fullmer

Collaborative therapy that builds practical strength

LMFT California

Experience
14 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English

About Mari

Mari Fullmer is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 14 years of professional experience who supports adults and young adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, relationship struggles, and shifts in self-esteem.

Background and approach

She brings a holistic lens to therapy, attending to emotional, relational, and meaning-oriented aspects of clients' lives while offering practical skills to increase confidence, motivation, and day-to-day coping. Her style blends insight with action: Mari centers the client's own expertise about their story and works collaboratively to uncover strengths that can be used to meet current challenges.

She integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness practices, and attachment-informed perspectives to help clients cultivate steadiness, clearer communication, and a stronger sense of purpose. Sessions emphasize skill-building alongside reflective work so clients can apply new tools between meetings.

Mari tends to those navigating caregiver stress, body image and self-love concerns, pregnancy and childbirth transitions, and life-purpose questions, among other focus areas. Located in California and licensed to practice in both California and Michigan, she frames therapy as an allyship aimed at helping people feel more grounded, peaceful, and empowered in their relationships and daily life.

Approach-Driven Online Therapy and Practical Support

Online work with Mari often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to provide both concrete tools and values-guided change. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to distress and teaches practical strategies to shift those patterns, which can help with anxiety, stress, and self-esteem concerns. ACT concentrates on clarifying personal values and building willingness to accept uncomfortable thoughts and feelings while taking meaningful action toward what matters most.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and presenting issues. That collaborative exploration may blend techniques and evolve over time as needs change.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility for people juggling work, caregiving, or other commitments. These options allow clients to engage in ongoing skill practice and reflective work from locations that fit their schedule while maintaining continuity of care with licensed professionals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem challenges, and coping with life changes, plus related areas such as attachment issues, body image, caregiver stress, and questions about life purpose.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her work combines insight-oriented reflection and active skill building, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, mindfulness, and attachment-informed approaches in a collaborative manner.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Mari has 14 years of professional experience providing therapy in a range of focus areas and clinical approaches.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with CA LMFT 83237 and MI LMFT 4101007458, and she practices in California.
Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?
She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions can take place via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary depending on location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsLife purposePregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

California, Michigan

Languages

English