LGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Life Transition, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD

Family Counseling, Individual Counseling, Couples/Marriage Counseling

Online in South Carolina

15 years in practice

Ages served: 11-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Mary accepts 30 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Ambetter from Absolute Total Care | Commercial

AnMed Employee Program

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of South Carolina | BCBS

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Clover Health Medicare Advantage

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medcost SC

Medicare SC

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Quest Behavioral Health

Railroad Medicare

Tricare East | Out of Network Provider

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$200

first session

$170

subsequent sessions

About Mary

Mary E. Belk is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in treating adolescents, adults, and seniors coping with difficult life transitions, relationship struggles, grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and behavioral concerns. She enjoys working with clients to uncover the root causes of their challenges and develop tailored strategies to overcome them. Mary has worked in settings including hospice care, nursing homes, hospitals, and community health clinics.

Mary graduated from the University of South Carolina with a Master’s in Social Work. She uses evidence-based techniques and approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and client-centered interventions to help clients gain insight into their experiences, build resilience, and adopt healthy coping skills.

Mary is committed to being a trusted partner with her clients as they navigate their journey of healing and self-discovery. Through personalized treatment plans with objectives and interventions to meet each individual's goals, Mary looks forward to supporting you!

"My approach is grounded in providing a safe, nonjudgmental space that encourages an open expression of thoughts and feelings with caring support and guidance."

Get to know Mary

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I have a passion for mental health treatment to enhance one's quality of life.

What types of clients do you work with best?

Clients who are motivated to make positive changes and actively engaged in the therapeutic process are ideal.

What type of clients are you most excited to work with?

I really enjoy clients who are passionate about gaining insight and self-awareness. I enjoy providing psychoeducation during sessions to empower clients.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew?

I wish all clients knew that mental health treatment is just as important as treating physical health conditions. I wish to reduce the shame and stigma associated with mental illness.

Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?

I want to be part of a successful and competent practice that values clients and employees, and Thriveworks fits that criteria.

What inspires you?

Seeing the beauty of life, resilience and strength.

What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?

I want each client to feel seen, heard, and build hope.

What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?

Kindness and compassion are my core values.

What do you do for fun/on your time off?

I enjoy reading books, spending time with my dogs and cats, and visiting family.

What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?

I genuinely care.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesLGBTQIA+, Coping Skills, Women’s Issues, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Life Transition, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Grief, Behavioral Issues, Self Esteem, Addiction, Relationships, Anger Management, Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)

ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Narrative, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)