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Mary Radaker, LPC
Pennsylvania
LPC in Pennsylvania - stress and anxiety care
See online therapy options- CBT strategies
- Trauma-informed tools
- DBT skills
About Mary
Mary Radaker is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with 18 years of experience. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression. Mary works in English and bases her approach on practical, evidence-informed methods.
Mary keeps sessions straightforward and focused on what is happening now. She listens to concerns about panic, obsessive thoughts, mood shifts, or trouble managing impulses. She also addresses relationship issues such as communication problems, infidelity, divorce and separation, and feelings like guilt, shame, or isolation.
Her work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and habits. She also uses client-centered ideas to make room for a person’s own goals and perspectives. When trauma is part of the picture, she may incorporate EMDR techniques and DBT-informed skills to manage distress.
Sessions focus on clear skills and small experiments that can be used between appointments. Mary helps people break big problems into steps that are easier to try and adjust. This practical stance aims to reduce overwhelm and create manageable progress.
People who contact Mary usually want concrete direction, clearer patterns in their thinking, and tools to handle strong emotions. To get started she asks about current concerns and what the person hopes to change. From there she and the client plan the next steps together.
How Mary uses CBT, DBT and trauma work online
Mary commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test alternatives. CBT focuses on concrete skills and small behavior changes that reduce anxiety and depressive patterns. She also draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy ideas to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills. DBT-informed work is useful when strong emotions or impulsivity get in the way of daily functioning. For trauma, she may use EMDR techniques to process distressing memories alongside stabilizing skills. Deciding which method to use is collaborative. Mary talks with each person about their goals and preferences, then tries approaches that fit those needs. She adjusts plans based on what works in early sessions so treatment remains practical and focused. Confirm the exact session formats before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Different formats can also help when someone prefers audio-only visits or needs to avoid video; ask about options when arranging the first appointment.Areas of expertise
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Experience
18+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and depression, plus related issues like panic, OCD symptoms, and mood disorders.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and skill-based, using clear strategies to notice thoughts and change unhelpful habits while keeping the client's goals central.
How long has she been practicing?
Mary has 18 years of professional work experience as an LPC in Pennsylvania.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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