Mary Houghton, LCSW, Carmel, IN | Psychotherapist

About Mary Houghton

Focus areas

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Childhood Trauma

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Clientele seen

Children (<13)

Adults (25-64)

Teenagers (13-17)

Individuals

Young adults (18-24)

Treatment approaches

Christian Counseling

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Mary Houghton

Mary Houghton, LCSW, helps patients in Indiana find strength, healing, and hope through compassionate and individualized care. She works with children, teens, and young adults to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and grief. Mary understands how overwhelming life transitions and daily stressors can be, and she provides a safe space for patients to explore their struggles and discover new ways of coping. Mary is especially dedicated to supporting individuals and families facing complex situations. She has experience working with patients recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals, helping them transition back into their communities with stability and confidence. She also offers support for those navigating court-ordered treatment and parental custody matters, always keeping the best interests of the child and family at the forefront of care. These areas of focus reflect her deep passion for advocacy, justice, and ensuring that those who may feel unheard are given a voice. Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT, and mindfulness-based strategies, along with Christian counseling and faith-based treatment for those who desire to integrate spirituality into their healing process. Mary also provides specialized support for womens mental health concerns, adoption and foster care populations, and children struggling with behavioral and school-related challenges. Outside of her professional life, Mary enjoys spending time outdoors riding her bike, going on walks with her family, and finding peace in nature. She stays active at the gym and loves a mix of interests that include church activities, watching her favorite TV shows like Friends, cheering on the Indianapolis Colts, reading memoirs and biographies, and watching horror movies.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Nightmares

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Office location

Mary Houghton, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients

LifeStance Health: Carmel

11900 N Pennsylvania St, Carmel, IN 46032

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Indiana

Education and training

University of Southern Indiana, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1376110536

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Mary Houghton?

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Is Mary Houghton accepting new patients?

Mary Houghton generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Mary Houghton's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Can I make an appointment with Mary Houghton online?

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What practice does Mary Houghton work with?

Mary Houghton works with LifeStance Health - Indiana.

Where is Mary Houghton's office located?

Mary Houghton has 2 office locations in Carmel, view full addresses on Mary Houghton's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Mary Houghton?

Mary Houghton frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Mary Houghton on their profile.