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Mary Badalian
Social Worker
Steer Your Life Towards Wellness with Mary Badalian Comprehensive Psychotherapy for Holistic Wellbeing
Welcome to a world where you can be the captain of your sailboat and steer it in the direction of your dreams, regardless of the winds you may face! Mary Badalian, a registered social worker and psychotherapist at Thrive Psychology, invites you to connect with her as your therapist on this journey called life.
About Mary Badalian
Mary is a registered social worker (RSW) with a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) and over 15 years of experience in various sectors. She offers invaluable insights into how individuals, communities, and systems live, work, and function. As a diasporan Indigenous Armenian, she has lived on three continents. She speaks four languages, giving her a deep understanding of the diverse ethno-social experiences people encounter in our city.
Mary is passionate about holistic wellness, integrating all aspects of the human experience—mind, body, and soul. Her therapeutic approach includes:
Mind: Utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and Mindfulness and Meditation.
Body: Mary's approach is comprehensive, incorporating nervous system reprogramming, somatic work, and breathwork to ensure thorough healing.
Soul: Offering spiritually integrated therapy and energy work to address the deeper aspects of your wellbeing.
Personalized, Client-Centered Therapy
Mary uses a client-centred, strengths-based approach, recognizing that each person is unique and requires tailored care. Together, you can work on issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, workplace burnout, stress, grief, interpersonal relationships, anger management, substance abuse issues, inner child healing, and spiritual wellness.
Empowerment and Support
When you work with Mary, you choose a partner who will meet you with empathy, compassion, and flexibility. Her ultimate goal is to help you discover and unlock your potential, empowering you to navigate your life with confidence and understanding.
Continuous Growth and Learning
Mary continues to work on her healing journey and recognizes the importance of having a trained therapist. She continuously strives to enhance her therapeutic skills through courses, training, and research to better support her clients.
Mary would be honoured to sit with you and hold space on your mental health and holistic well-being journey. Schedule a free consultation with her today to explore how psychotherapy can support your needs. Book a complimentary consult call here.