Mary Spurlin

Compassionate, evidence-based support for change

LPC Texas

Experience: 12 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Languages: English

About Mary

Mary Spurlin is a licensed professional counselor in Texas who draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to help people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, grief, and related concerns.

Background and approach

With 12 years of clinical experience and a practical focus on helping clients change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, she supports individuals coping with depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, anger, and challenges to self-esteem. Her work also addresses compassion fatigue and life transitions, guiding clients toward clearer coping strategies and healthier daily routines.

Mary integrates trauma-focused methods, including EMDR when appropriate, to address post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, and other trauma-related symptoms. She also brings attention to needs tied to abandonment, aging and geriatric issues, cancer and caregiver stress, first responder concerns, guilt and shame, and women’s issues.

Mary emphasizes collaboration and recognizes each person as the expert on their own life, offering supportive guidance as clients take steps toward greater wellbeing. Holding the LPC credential, she practices in Texas and conducts sessions in English.

Her approach combines evidence-based techniques with practical problem-solving to help clients pursue more fulfilling, resilient lives.

Therapeutic Methods and Online Care

Mary commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress. CBT focuses on practical skill-building and problem-solving to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning.

She also incorporates Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and trauma-focused techniques when addressing traumatic memories and their ongoing impact. EMDR involves structured processing that can lessen the emotional intensity of distressing memories, while trauma-focused therapy helps people develop safety, stabilization, and coping strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together, and the therapist collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and current needs. This collaborative process allows techniques to be adjusted over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexible access regardless of schedule or location within Texas. These formats make it easier to attend appointments, continue ongoing work, and access support when life requires adaptability, while maintaining the same therapeutic focus and professional guidance provided in traditional settings.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Mary commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, anger, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Additional areas include abandonment, aging and geriatric issues, cancer, caregiver stress, first responder issues, guilt and shame, post-traumatic stress, sexual assault and abuse, and women's issues.

What therapeutic approaches does she use?

Her practice includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Therapy to address symptoms and develop coping strategies. These methods are used to tailor treatment to each person's needs.

How long has she been practicing?

Mary has 12 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health concerns and life challenges. That experience informs her practical, strengths-based style.

What are her credentials and where does she practice?

She holds an LPC credential and is licensed in Texas with license number TX LPC 73627. Her practice is located in Texas.

Does she offer services in multiple languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are provided in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions available?

Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or through text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for therapy with her?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin working with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also works with

Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressFirst responder issuesGuilt and shame Post-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Trauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English