Mary Elizabeth Burns, M.S., N.C.C., L.P.C.
Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC, is a psychotherapist known for her nuanced, integrative approach to emotional and relational health. Her work is grounded in both clinical rigor and a deep respect for the complexity of the human experience. She earned her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Colorado State University and her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Georgia State University, where she developed advanced training in evidence-based and mind-body approaches to treatment.
Mary works with individuals who are often outwardly capable yet privately overwhelmed—those navigating the quiet weight of anxiety, perfectionism, relational strain, or unresolved trauma. Her approach moves beyond surface-level coping, helping clients understand the deeper patterns shaping their internal world and relationships.
Drawing from somatic therapy, breathwork, and evidence-based modalities such as CBT and DBT, Mary’s work focuses on how emotional experiences are held not only in the mind, but in the body. Sessions are designed to create both insight and tangible shift—supporting clients in releasing entrenched patterns, strengthening emotional regulation, and developing a more grounded, self-trusting way of living.
Known for her steady, attuned presence, Mary creates a space that is both quietly held and actively collaborative. Clients often seek her out for her ability to bring clarity to complex internal experiences, and to support meaningful, lasting change that extends well beyond the therapy room.
Specialties
- Trauma Recovery: Helping clients heal from PTSD, emotional abuse, and toxic relationships.
- Eating Disorders and Body Image: Supporting those struggling with disordered eating, perfectionism, and self-acceptance.
- Narcissistic Abuse Recovery: Guiding individuals through the complex process of recovering from manipulative and controlling relationships.
- Perfectionism and Anxiety: Addressing the pressure to be "perfect" and helping clients find peace and balance.
- Divorce recovery co-parenting support, and blended family adjustment, helping clients navigate emotional healing, boundary setting, and new family dynamics with clarity and stability.
Mary Elizabeth Burns, LPC believes in a collaborative approach to therapy, fostering a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. She works to enhance your strengths, develop tools, and build the skills necessary to navigate life’s challenges and achieve your goals.
Mary’s therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, including Mindfulness, Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT), Breathwork, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Somatic Experiencing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT),
Somatic therapy recognizes the mind-body connection and the impact of bodily experiences on psychological well-being. Trauma and emotional distress can be stored in the body so it is important to address both psychological and physical aspects of healing. Somatic therapy involves various techniques to help clients access and process emotions, sensations, and memories stored in the body, promoting self-awareness, regulation, and integration.
Breathwork therapy is a holistic therapeutic approach that utilizes conscious and controlled breathing techniques to promote emotional healing, personal growth, and overall well-being. It combines elements of psychology, spirituality, and physiology to facilitate a deep connection between the mind, body, and breath.
The breathwork session is an opportunity for individuals to access and process deep-rooted emotions, trauma, and limiting beliefs that may be stored in the body. It can help individuals release stagnant energy, gain insights into their patterns and behaviors, and create space for transformation and personal growth.