- CBT
- ACT
- DBT
About Mary
Dr. Mary Torok is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida with 11 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on common early-adulthood pressures like anxiety, stress, relationship struggles, and feeling stuck during life changes. Mary also lists issues such as ADHD, depression, grief, self-esteem, and trauma among her practice areas.
Mary uses straightforward talk and practical skills in sessions. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) to help people notice patterns and try new responses. Sessions can include teaching coping skills, practicing communication, and setting concrete goals.
Her background includes work across clinical, classroom, residential, and outpatient settings, and she has experience offering remote support in addition to in-person work. She has worked with people diagnosed with autism spectrum conditions and various mood and anxiety disorders, and has supported clients dealing with family conflict, abuse, and discrimination.
Mary places emphasis on education and skill-building. In practical terms that means learning tools for sleep, anger, impulsive behavior, or workplace stress and then practicing those tools between sessions. She also helps people locate community resources for employment or education when that is useful.
People who are juggling school, first jobs, relationships, or parenting often find this approach useful. The focus is on clear steps, repeated practice, and making therapy fit into a busy life rather than on abstract theory.
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small committed actions. It helps when someone feels stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure what matters most. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) maps thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to find practical changes that reduce anxiety or low mood. It often includes homework like tracking thoughts or practicing new behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. It can be useful for intense emotions, impulsive reactions, or relationship conflicts.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk through goals, try methods, and adjust based on what helps most. That collaborative process helps the client test skills in real life and bring back what worked for discussion and refinement.
The biography notes Mary has provided remote support, but it does not list specific session formats here, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around classes, shifts, or caregiving by removing travel time. Video sessions let people use visual cues during skills practice, while audio-only check-ins can be shorter when bandwidth or camera use is difficult. Overall, online sessions aim to make therapy practical and easier to keep up with alongside everyday commitments.
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Experience
11+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she work with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, ADHD, substance concerns, grief, and issues common in early adulthood like career and identity questions.
How would she approach my problems in sessions?
She uses practical, skills-based therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to teach coping tools, improve communication, and set achievable goals.
What is her clinical background?
She has 11 years of experience working in clinical, classroom, residential, and outpatient settings and has provided remote support as well as in-person services.
What credentials and location are on record?
She is a Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL LMHC) and practices from Florida.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time; sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography notes she has provided remote support, but current session formats are not specified here; confirm the available online or in-person options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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