What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.35
Average wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.58
“Dr. Mary truly made my first video consultation a positive experience, it was very informative and interactive. It felt no different than if I was in her actual office. She gave me really great advice along with excellent methods to further improve my life and my mental wellness. I would highly recommend a consultation with her.?”
Preston C.January 30, 2026Video visit
“Amazing therapist. She's really helped me gain some valuable insights in the short time I've been seeing her.”
Kelly C.January 29, 2021Video visit
About Mary J Rodman
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Depression
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Anxiety
Eating Disorder
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Psychotherapy
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Families
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Person-Centered
Dialectical (DBT)
Psychodynamic
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Mary J Rodman
Mary encompasses a holistic approach when identifying and treating patient needs. She uses various treatment modalities that focus on a patient's strengths rather than deficits. Her treatment approach as a clinical social worker includes motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, and a person-centered treatment approach. Mary has experience working with patients experiencing anxiety, depression, anger, and eating disorders. She has previously attended a symposium at Northwestern University on trauma-informed care and has received training in body image issues and how they pertain to clinical treatment.
Mary holds a Master's in Social Work from the University of Illinois, Chicago. She has over 10 years of clinical experience working with runaway youth, foster care, school, and community mental health facilities.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Mary has experience working with patients experiencing anxiety, depression, anger and eating disorders.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Mary encompasses a holistic approach when identifying and treating patient needs. Mary uses various treatment modalities that focus on a patient's strengths rather than deficits.
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- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Illinois, Chicago, Master's in Social Work
Professional memberships
- American Association of Bariatric Counselors
NPI number
1265624753
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.35
Wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.58
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Loved her energy. Really good listen, Day 1 and already feel like I’m headed in the right direction... Thank you!
More than 1 year agoErin W.Verified patientVideo visit
I could have just called a friend to vent, she was distracted and generally unhelpful as far as counseling goes.
May 22, 2020Mia T.Verified patient
Amazing therapist. She's really helped me gain some valuable insights in the short time I've been seeing her.
January 29, 2021Kelly C.Verified patientVideo visit
She’s really nice and supportive. I feel comfortable to talk about myself with her. It did make me feel better.
October 18, 2018Initials hidden
She was very kind, passionate, and a very good listener. I am greatly looking forward to our next session.
October 19, 2018Demerus M.Verified patient
Mary was very patient and listened before asking follow-on questions. I loved her composure and calmness!
January 3, 2019Initials hidden
For once in my life, I felt like I had someone to talk to and confide in. I’d recommend Mary to anyone!
July 5, 2019Initials hidden
Mary was attentive and thorough throughout our session. She is someone I would recommend anyone to see.
April 12, 2019Initials hidden
She was great! Solutions oriented and asked great questions. Looking forward to our next visit.
October 7, 2018Shelli M.Verified patient
She was great, very professional, and easy to talk with and she was very understanding.
July 31, 2018Wefaq A.Verified patient
Very easy to talk to and I was easy to open up to about difficult issues.
August 9, 2023Angela S.Verified patientVideo visit
This was my first experience with professional therapy, and it was great!
June 2, 2018Initials hidden
She was very personable and I appreciate the approach she laid out.
August 17, 2019Lakisha O.Verified patient
Dr. Mary truly made my first video consultation a positive experience, it was very informative and interactive. It felt no different than if I was in her actual office. She gave me really great advice along with excellent methods to further improve my life and my mental wellness. I would highly recommend a consultation with her.?
January 30, 2026Preston C.Verified patientVideo visit
Disappointing experience. Unfortunately, I did not find this therapist to be helpful or engaged during our sessions. The interaction felt passive, with little meaningful feedback or guidance offered. Most of the time was spent in silence or receiving vague, unhelpful responses. At the end of each session, I was handed a generic journal prompt, which felt impersonal and ineffective. Overall, I left feeling more frustrated than supported.
April 30, 2025Pamela M.Verified patientVideo visit
Professional and insightful.
More than 1 year agoTommy F.Verified patientVideo visit
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November 4, 2020Juancarlo V.Verified patientVideo visit
I highly recommend Mary Rodman, LCSW, she's compassionate, very knowledgeable and super professional. I got off the phone feeling much better knowing I have someone I can xxpress myself during the stress of this pandemic. Please book your appointment with her today, you won't be disappointed.
August 3, 2020Catherine K.Verified patientVideo visit
I just had my first session, and she was professional, then at the end of the session she said something that resonated with me to my core, which we will need to look into further.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I think Mary May be a good fit for patients who are dealing with extreme trauma or for patients who aren’t sure what their problems are. However, as someone who is self-aware and came to therapy with identified issues she was not very helpful for me. She self admitted that she doesn’t take notes for sessions because she remembers everything about her patients (hard to believe because she couldn’t even remember the 4 issues I wanted to discuss) and that she is winging it when it comes to treatment. Overall I can’t say that I would recommend her to family or friends.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I gave Mary a few tries before I decided she wasn’t for me. Overall, she was attentive and gave good advice (except for assigning me a book to read that was 30 years out of date and which she hadn’t actually ever read) but she seemed stuck on some of my particulars. She seemed interested in “fixing” me and making me straight and belittled my romantic relationship because it wasn’t a sexual one. She actually told me my breakup would be smooth because we were basically “just friends” anyway. Her grasp of LGBTQIA theory from the last 20-30 years is pretty shaky and I wouldn’t recommend anyone from those categories of people go see her.
January 5, 2020Chloe E.Verified patient
Right of the bat, you can tell she cares. It's clear that she likes what she's doing when she works with you. She's somewhat attentive, chimes in once in a while, and proves that she's receptive to your words. She tends to be flexible and understanding, this is what kept me coming back.
However, that's it for the pros. The cons were a bit too heavy for me to bear.
She doesn't actually dispense advice which made me uncomfortable to the point of choosing not to return. She "...gives you the necessary tools to solve your own problems". I found this to be a very impersonal way of counseling and didn't really meet my goals. I didn't go home with any more insight than what I could grab from a book.
She doesn't share her feelings as much and tries too hard to focus on me which makes the whole conversation kind of forced & one-sided.
In the end, it felt like I spent 50 minutes venting to a college counselor who didn't mind being there but had other things to do as evidenced by her tendency to multi-task during our appointment (eating, being on her laptop a lot) which I'm okay with if we're actually having a conversation. It felt very methodical and I didn't leave the office with the same levity I felt with my past counselor.
December 30, 2019Initials hidden
I liked that she talked to respectful adult and sincerely understood what I was saying. It was only the first appointment but I did feel better after I left her office. I also like that her office environment is warm and welcoming.
November 13, 2019Maria R.Verified patient
Very helpful.
September 25, 2019Katherine H.Verified patient
Awesome! Thanks!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
My first visit with Mary was great. She's very friendly, caring and gave me more than enough time to say everything I wanted to say. I look forward to working with her again soon. I think I've finally found a therapist I'm going to be able to stick with for a long time.
June 7, 2019Christopher M.Verified patient
AWFUL! I would never recommend Mary J. Rodman to any living human! She pretty much stared at me the entire time and was no help at all. She asked me questions, and immediately forgot what I said once I answered. She yawned the entire time without covering her mouth or even saying excuse me. She asked me questions that didn’t even pertain to why I was there... nor did she pay attention to the answer.
We spent more time in silence staring at each other than than actually talking. Honestly, at 17 minutes into the session, I contemplated telling her I had to leave because I had an emergency. I would never ever recommend her.
More than 1 year agoNadia R.Verified patient
I didnt like the fact that she was texting ok n her phone as soon as the initial visit started saying she could multi-task ... especially with a psychotherapist ... just common courtesy if nothing else that you make eye contact!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I've never been to a therapist before. Mary was wonderful and made me feel comfortable speaking with her. I'd highly recommend her if you need a good therapist. She listens and cares.
November 28, 2018Jessica L.Verified patient
Mary has been super helpful to me! She’s sweet and easy to open up to, and has been a great resource for my first experience with therapy. I really enjoy the support I’ve been getting through our time together!
September 26, 2018Initials hidden
Mary was understanding while also giving me the push I needed towards self-care. This was my first time seeing a therapist, and I will definitely go back.
August 24, 2018Kathleen D.Verified patient
At first glance, I was worried if this office could help me because it seemed very nutritional-based. But Ms. Rodman is actually quite amazing! Great listener, and very perceptive.
August 3, 2018Christopher A.Verified patient
She was great! Very professional, compassionate and understanding. She definitely made me feel important and that I actually matter.
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What practice does Mary J Rodman work with?
Mary J Rodman works with Washington Nutrition & Counseling Group.
What are common reasons for patients to see Mary J Rodman?
Mary J Rodman frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Mary J Rodman on their profile.
What languages does Mary J Rodman speak?
Mary J Rodman speaks English.
How do patients rate Mary J Rodman in reviews?
127 patients have reviewed Mary J Rodman. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.35/5. They have a 4.58/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.74/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.