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Online therapist

Maria McDermit

Calm, practical support for parents and individuals

Credentials
LPC
Experience
27 years
Licensed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Maria

Maria McDermit is a licensed professional counselor who brings 27 years of experience to her work. She focuses on stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, and building self-esteem. Maria aims to make sessions feel approachable and calm so people can talk honestly about what matters to them.

Her sessions emphasize practical conversations and steady support. She creates a space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.

Background and approach

That makes it easier to try small changes and notice what helps. Over nearly three decades in Wisconsin, Maria has worked with many people facing isolation, communication problems, and questions about life purpose and self-love. She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address everyday struggles and patterns that get in the way.

Maria helps clients break down overwhelming problems into manageable steps. She offers guidance, encouragement, and tools to cope better day to day. The work is collaborative and paced to each person’s needs and comfort.

Parents and individuals looking for help with relationships or addictive behaviors can expect straight talk and practical suggestions. Maria supports each person as they take steps toward more satisfying routines, clearer communication, and greater self-respect.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Maria draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on real-life change. One common approach she uses helps people learn practical coping skills for stress and anxiety, such as breathing techniques, behavior changes, and routines that reduce overwhelm. Another strand of her work targets addictive patterns and relationship difficulties by identifying unhelpful habits and practicing healthier ways to communicate and set boundaries.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Maria collaborates with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and day-to-day life. She adjusts methods over time so the plan matches changing needs and what feels most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility for people juggling parenting, work, and other demands. Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care and to practice new skills between conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
Maria works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationships, parenting, and self-esteem. She also focuses on communication problems, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and self-love.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is grounded in evidence-based techniques and practical conversation. Sessions focus on clear steps, coping tools, and honest conversation without judgment.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 27 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and counseling roles.
Where is she licensed and based?
Maria is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - practicing in Wisconsin with license number WI LPC 7967 - 125.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can be done through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire, then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
27 years
Licensed
Wisconsin
Languages
English

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