Mariah Farmer-Grace
LCSW-C
Maryland
Compassionate, practical support for emotional healing
Continue with MariahAt a glance
- Credentials
- LCSW-C
- License
- LCSW-C, Maryland / 25014
- NPI
- 1982198487
- Experience
- 6 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Maryland
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Trauma-informed care
- Goal focused
- Motivation centered
About Mariah
Mariah Farmer-Grace is a licensed clinical social worker in Maryland offering practical support for people feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or worn down by life. She focuses on building resilience, boosting self-compassion, and teaching coping skills that can be used day to day. Her work is aimed at helping people manage stress, anxiety, low mood, and relationship strain in straightforward, useful ways.
With six years of clinical experience, Mariah addresses depression, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, and difficulties with self-esteem. She also helps people who are dealing with communication problems, domestic violence, or fertility-related stress. She frames treatment around each person’s history and current needs rather than using one fixed method.
Her approach mixes practical strategies and deeper reflection. Mariah uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and build new habits. She draws on Motivational Interviewing to support people who are uncertain about change and to strengthen personal motivation.
Trauma-focused and psychodynamic elements help when past events are affecting day-to-day life, and solution-focused techniques keep work concrete and goal oriented. Sessions aim to leave people with clear steps they can try between meetings. Mariah’s style is collaborative and respectful, emphasizing small, achievable changes.
People who prefer a calm, steady guide while working toward clearer goals may find this approach helpful. Before scheduling, readers should confirm current session options and formats to make sure they fit their needs.
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Therapeutic approaches and online work that fit your life
Mariah uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes. CBT aims to break patterns that keep stress and low mood in place and gives concrete tools to try between sessions.
She also draws on Motivational Interviewing, a conversational approach that helps when someone feels unsure about change. It focuses on clarifying personal goals and strengthening the reasons someone might make a change, rather than pushing to decide right away.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Mariah will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before. Together the therapist and client decide which methods to emphasize and adjust the plan over time to meet changing needs.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm what session formats are offered before booking because this biography does not list them. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Online work can also let therapists and clients try practical tools between meetings and reflect on what feels most useful in everyday life. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyExperience
6+ years
Listed in
Maryland
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns can be addressed in sessions?
Mariah works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem challenges. She also focuses on communication problems, domestic violence, fertility issues, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, and self-love.
How would you describe the therapeutic style?
The style is collaborative and practical, combining goal-focused work with moments of deeper reflection. Sessions aim to build coping skills, strengthen motivation, and create small, achievable changes.
What is Mariah's professional background?
She has six years of clinical experience working with people facing mood, trauma, and relationship challenges. Her practice emphasizes resilience and self-compassion.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
Mariah holds an LCSW-C credential in Maryland and practices there.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are used.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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