Therapist profile
Dr. Mary Ann Dier-Zimmermann, LCPC
Illinois
Dr. Mary Ann Dier-Zimmermann LCPC - Relationships and Anger
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- CredentialsLCPC
- LicenseLCPC, Illinois / 180-001433
- NPI1336298306
- Experience35 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationIllinois
About
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Attachment-based work
- Gottman Method
About Mary
Dr. Mary Ann Dier-Zimmermann is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with 35 years of experience. She focuses on common struggles such as depression, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, and anger. Her background includes work around LGBT concerns, parenting, addiction, trauma and a range of life transitions.
She listens closely and builds a respectful working relationship with each person. Sessions include an assessment and a plan, with room to adjust as needs change. She describes integrating spiritual and religious issues when those matters matter to the client.
Her approach draws on several evidence-informed methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-based work, client-centered conversation, existential perspectives, and the Gottman Method for relationship work. These methods are used to help people understand patterns, manage strong feelings, and make practical changes.
People who come for help with anger often learn ways to notice the signs that lead to outbursts, try different responses in the moment, and rebuild strained relationships. She also addresses related topics like self-esteem, intimacy issues, caregiving stress, and career-related strain.
Dr. Dier-Zimmermann works from practical steps: assessment, planning, and collaborative follow-through. She emphasizes respect for personal beliefs and life circumstances. To start, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first session to see if her style fits their needs.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and practice small changes in behavior. It is often used for anxiety, anger, and ongoing stress by teaching acceptance of difficult feelings while committing to actions that matter.Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early and current relationships shape reactions. It can help people recognize patterns that lead to anger or distance and learn different ways to connect in close relationships.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and reflection to help people find their own answers. This approach supports exploration of identity, relationship concerns, and decisions about life changes.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That decision can change over time as progress is reviewed.
For practicalities, confirm available session formats before booking since specific options are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Therapists who practice online often adapt exercises and homework to suit remote meetings so progress continues between sessions.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, anger, addictions, and related issues listed in her profile.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses assessment and planning and favors conversational, client-centered work that draws on ACT, attachment-based approaches, existential ideas, and the Gottman Method for relationships.
How much experience does she have?
She has 35 years of clinical experience as an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC).
Where is she based and licensed?
She is based in Illinois and holds an IL LCPC credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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