Mary Messerschmidt, LCSW

Experienced Virginia LCSW focused on relationships and recovery

Anxiety and depression
Couples and marriage
Life coaching

About Mary Messerschmidt

Mary Messerschmidt is a Virginia-licensed therapist and an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who brings 25 years of clinical experience to her work. She blends an authentic, caring therapeutic relationship with carefully chosen, evidence-informed interventions to help people transform challenges into meaningful growth and change.

Her approach emphasizes respect and compassion while avoiding rigid labels, honoring each person's evolving story. She also provides life coaching in addition to traditional psychotherapy, supporting clients who want practical strategies alongside deeper therapeutic work.

Her practice includes individual psychotherapy and specialized support for anxiety and fear, couple counseling and marriage therapy, self-esteem and shame issues, grief and trauma including PTSD and abuse recovery, and depression. She frames these concerns as opportunities for learning and resilience, collaborating with clients to find pathways forward that fit their values and goals.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Addictions Relationship issues Intimacy-related issues Self esteem Bipolar disorder

Also Specializes In

Stress, Anxiety LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Mary Messerschmidt have?

Mary Messerschmidt has 25 years of experience.

Is Mary Messerschmidt a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her Virginia license is listed as VA LCSW 0904004851.

In which languages does Mary Messerschmidt provide therapy?

Mary Messerschmidt provides therapy in English.

Where is Mary Messerschmidt located?

Mary Messerschmidt is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Mary Messerschmidt as my therapist?

Clients can work with Mary Messerschmidt through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Mary Messerschmidt work with international clients?

Mary Messerschmidt does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mary Messerschmidt cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, a first session can then be scheduled and may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder if online therapy can really make a difference. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary advantages is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the way that feels most comfortable to them: through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit therapeutic work into a busy schedule or to maintain continuity during life changes.

Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients have the option to switch therapists if they would like a different fit. For many people, virtual therapy offers a practical, accessible way to pursue personal growth and address everyday mental health concerns with trained therapists.

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