Mary Baker, LPC
Fairfax, VA
I have over 25 years of experience helping couples and families and have personally trained with renowned family therapist Louise Guerney at the National Institute of Relationship Enhancement. I specialize in Relationship Enhancement for couples and Parental Skills Enhancement for couples with children. My goal is to provide guidance and support that strengthens connection, communication, and family well-being.
Education & Experience
- M.S., Professional Counseling
- 25+ years of experience serving couples and families
- License number 0701005278
Specialties
Trainings, Certifications, and Continuing Education
- The Developmental Model of Couples Therapy: Differentiation, Attachment, and Brain Science (Year Long Intensive, Couples Institute), 2020
- Level 1 Gottman Couples Therapy: Bridging the Couple Chasm
- Level 2 Gottman Couples Therapy: Assessment, Intervention, and Co-Morbidities
- The Neurodharma of Love, Rick Hansen
- Conscious Relationships, John Welwood
- The Power of Vulnerability, Brene Brown
- Low–Sex and Sexless Couples: The Rediscovery of Pleasure, Tammy Nelson, PhD
- Taking Sexy Back: Female Sexual Self-Awareness in the Age of #MeToo
- Consciousness and Connection in Psychotherapy, Dan Siegel, MD
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Enhancing the Impact of Couples Therapy, Sue Johnson, 2016
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High-Impact Couples Therapy, Terry Real, 2018
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The Future of Modern Love, Esther Perel, 2018
Mary uses a blend of approaches that include aspects of the following:
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the right marriage counselor?
While all our of counselors have years of experience specializing in couples therapy and all the challenges and unique situations that it encompasses, we understand it can feel overwhelming choosing the right therapist. That’s why we offer free 15-minute phone consults so you can start sessions with confidence. Reach out to our intake coordinator today to schedule yours.
How long are couples therapy sessions?
The first appointment (your intake session) is an extended 90 minutes. All following sessions are 50 minutes long. After your intake appointment each of you will have an individual session with your counselor. From there you may have more individual appointments but you will typically attend as a couple.
Do you offer both in-person and virtual appointments?
Yes! We want to ensure that scheduling sessions is as easy and stress-free as possible. You can attend sessions in-office, virtually or opt for a hybrid schedule.
Locations Mary Works
Virginia
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