Meet Mary Bello
Before I could release the weight of my sadness and pain, I first had to honor its existence.
― Yung Pueblo
I’ve always had a sincere desire to support and uplift others, especially those that feel alone, ashamed, and misunderstood. My work is grounded in compassion, curiosity, and a deep respect for each person’s unique way of being. It is my hope to empower clients to understand and embrace who they are, strengthen their resilience, and to trust themselves to effectively manage life's challenges.
I work with individuals seeking support with a variety of concerns such as unresolved trauma, anxiety, phase of life issues, and personal exploration & growth. I am passionate about providing inclusive, affirming, culturally-informed care. As a biracial woman and a neurodivergent-affirming therapist with lived experience of late-diagnosed ADHD, I bring both professional insight and personal understanding to the therapy space. I recognize how identity, culture, and neurodiversity shape our inner world and relationships, and I strive to create a space where clients feel seen in their full complexity—not pathologized, but understood.
I know this work can be hard and feel daunting, but I believe growth and healing can happen when you keep on showing up for yourself. If you'd like to learn more about how I show up for my clients, I encourage you to schedule a complimentary consultation to see if we’d be a good fit.
More About Mary
Pronouns: She/Her(s)
Credentials:
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
LPC.0022181
National Certified Counselor (NCC)
Supervisor:
Dr. Fred Washburn, LPC (CO), LMHC (WA), NCC, BC-TMHC
Education:
Master of Arts | Clinical Mental Health Counseling | Regis University
Master of Science | Adolescent Education | Utica College
Bachelor of Science | English Literature | State University of New York at Oneonta