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Mariam Ross, LICSW
Washington
LICSW in Washington - Stress and Anxiety
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered methods
About Mariam
Mariam Ross is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington with 25 years of experience. She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, and concerns related to LGBT and gender. She also supports people facing addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
Ross uses clear, direct methods to address difficult problems. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and habits. She also uses attachment-based ideas and client-centered methods to focus on how relationships and personal values affect day-to-day choices.
Sessions are practical and focused on what can change now. Conversations look at patterns of thinking and behavior, and then test different responses in small steps. Skills work, emotional regulation, and problem solving are common parts of her approach.
Her background as a social worker informs referrals and concrete supports when basic needs are a concern. That can include helping people identify community resources for housing, food, or medical supports alongside clinical work.
Ross has worked with a wide range of concerns over many years, including ADHD, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, self-harm, personality disorders, and compassion fatigue. She combines talking therapies with practical strategies so people have tools to manage symptoms between sessions.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Clients can expect clear, skills-based methods adapted for remote work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small changes. It is useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes.Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and current relationships shape reactions and trust. It helps when relationship patterns, intimacy, or grief affect daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person's own goals and pace, giving time to reflect and decide which steps to try next.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before. Together they decide which methods to prioritize and adjust as progress is tracked.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when needed, avoid travel time, and use quieter surroundings or audio-only calls when video is difficult. Licensed professionals can help arrange a schedule that fits everyday commitments without promising a specific format.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address most often?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, LGBT and gender-related concerns, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
CBT is used to notice unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and then try small, practical changes. Sessions often include exercises to practice new responses between meetings.
What is her clinical background and experience?
She is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of practice experience working across many mental health and social needs.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds a WA LICSW and practices in Washington state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her services?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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