Mare Cressman, LCSW
Mare (she/her) is an open minded, patient, and empathetic licensed clinical social worker. She meets people where they are in order to provide a unique experience that is tailored to the individual's needs. Mare works with a wide range of ages and populations using various modalities such as EMDR, Brainspotting, and ketamine assisted psychotherapy. Mare sees individuals 5 and up. She works for both our Seattle and Colorado offices, seeing clients online only for Colorado and in-person or online in Seattle.
Mare is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and an MSC Level IV Psychotherapist.
Mare graduated with her Masters degree in social work from Widener University in 2015. She has maintained her clinical license through continued education with a focus in clinical practice on post traumatic stress and growth, holistic and mindful based therapy, play therapy, suicidality, and grief and loss.
Mare enjoys working with children as young as 5, adolescents, and families. She specializes in issues of anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation and self harm, post traumatic stress disorder, behavioral concerns, postpartum mental health, terminal and chronic medical issues, and grief and loss.
Mare meets clients where they are to create a unique and safe therapeutic relationship promoting healing, empowerment, and overall well-being. Mare cultivates a growth mindset in both her professional and personal life believing new abilities and skills can be developed through practice.
Mare enjoys hiking, practicing yoga, and loves to read. She enjoys spending time outside and exploring the many ghost towns of Colorado. Since moving to Seattle, she now enjoys walking to Alki and reading by the water (hoping to one day see a whale!). Mare prioritizes self care and encourages everyone to practice self care regularly.