Her Story
About Mary
I started off with my counseling career in 2012. Prior to that I was a mobile nanny, attended bar, and was a teacher in the Philippines. After my master's I worked as a drug court counselor in DeSoto County for a not-for-profit and outpatient addiction counselor, then at the county jail. I realized I needed my doctorate to make more impact and now have a private practice while pursuing my doctorate in forensic psychology.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Mary
01What do you attribute your success to?
My family experiences with alcoholism, including my father's alcoholism and my brother Tommy who died from it. I have a t-shirt that says Save a Tommy and that has been my why from the beginning.
02What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
Don't give up the ship. You just have to be able to ask the right questions. One experience that inspired me was working with an inmate who returned to jail, which showed me I couldn't help people in that system and needed to pursue my doctorate instead.
03What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Relationships are key. You're never alone, there are resources, mentors, and people who love. I value giving back, dropping everything to help students or others in need, and valuing every relationship you come in contact with.
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