Mary Schilpp

Mary Schilpp is an experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who works with couples and individuals, proudly welcoming members of the LGBTQ community. Her therapeutic approach is centered on fostering effective communication among partners, moving away from a referee role and towards skill-building. Mary's dedication to education equips her clients with practical skills, such as emotional regulation, essential for navigating the complexities of difficult conversations. Recognizing the challenges posed by emotionally charged situations, she guides her clients in mastering communication techniques that serve them throughout the relational counseling process. Typically, Mary engages couples for 90 minutes to two hours, believing that longer sessions yield more impactful results. Her work prominently focuses on professional adults seeking a deeper understanding of themselves while enriching their enjoyment of life and their relationships with others. Mary’s expertise spans couples counseling, addiction therapy, and codependency issues. With a background as a Masters Level Certified Addiction Professional and National Board Certified Counselor, she is also a Qualified Supervisor for Registered Interns with the Florida Department of Health. Mary employs various therapeutic methods, including Emotionally Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and offers evening appointments for convenience.