MaryLee Morganfield , LPC

MaryLee Morganfield is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Missouri with 20 years of clinical experience. She provides focused support for people dealing with stress and anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief and loss, anger management, depression, addictions, and struggles with self-esteem, and she brings attention to related concerns such as aging and geriatric issues, blended family dynamics, cancer-related adjustment, communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, infidelity, jealousy, financial stress, panic attacks, self-love, women's issues, and workplace challenges.

MaryLee works from a strengths-based perspective, believing that each person is the expert of their own story and already carries resources that can help them move through challenges. She collaborates with clients to clarify values, set meaningful goals, and develop practical skills that support a more satisfying life. Change often requires courage, and MaryLee aims to empower and support people as they take the steps toward healing and growth.

She draws on a range of therapeutic approaches - including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Jungian Therapy - tailoring methods to fit the needs and preferences of each person she works with. MaryLee also accepts international clients and offers care with attention to each individual’s context and goals.

Integrating Therapeutic Approaches with Online Care

MaryLee Morganfield uses several evidence-informed approaches to support people in online therapy. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build psychological flexibility - it is useful for anxiety, stress, and living with difficult emotions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes respect, empathy, and a nonjudgmental relationship so clients can explore their feelings and values at their own pace - it often supports work on self-esteem, grief, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical strategies to change them - it is frequently used for depression, panic, and anxiety.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. MaryLee collaborates with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan over time based on what is working. This collaborative process helps ensure care fits the individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for busy lives - sessions can occur by video call or phone, or through live chat and text-based messaging - making it easier to access regular support without the need to travel. These options provide flexibility to schedule appointments, maintain continuity during life transitions, and receive consistent support in ways that suit each person’s routine.