Mary-Suzanne Bante, LPC
- Self esteem and depression
- Life transitions and purpose
- Mindfulness and CBT tools
About Mary-Suzanne Bante
Her style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in respect for each individual’s unique story. Mary-Suzanne creates a non-judgmental space where clients can build self-understanding, strengthen resilience, and develop practical tools for moving forward. She also helps clients navigate communication problems and relationship stress, and she supports individuals facing chronic pain, illness, disability, cancer-related concerns, and caregiver stress.
Mary-Suzanne’s background includes service on the Board of Directors of the Michigan AIDS Coalition, as well as professional experience within universities and non-profit agencies. She is also a volunteer within the Girl Scout Movement at local, national, and international levels. Weekend and late-night sessions are available upon request.
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Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mary-Suzanne Bante have?
Mary-Suzanne Bante has 30 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a wide range of life challenges.
Is Mary-Suzanne Bante a licensed therapist?
Yes. Mary-Suzanne Bante is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her Michigan license is MI LPC 6401004941.
In which languages does Mary-Suzanne Bante provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mary-Suzanne Bante located?
Mary-Suzanne Bante is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Mary-Suzanne Bante as my therapist?
You can work with Mary-Suzanne Bante through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mary-Suzanne Bante work with international clients?
No. Mary-Suzanne Bante does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary-Suzanne Bante cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Practical tools and flexible online support
Mary-Suzanne Bante draws from evidence-informed approaches to help clients strengthen self-esteem, manage depression, and navigate life transitions with greater clarity and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and building new ways of thinking and responding, which can be especially useful when mood, motivation, or self-criticism feels overwhelming.Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions by practicing present-moment awareness. This approach can support people who feel stuck in rumination, stress, or emotional reactivity and want steadier coping skills. Solution-Focused Therapy highlights strengths and small, achievable steps, helping clients move toward meaningful change even when problems feel complex.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Therapy can be a collaborative process where goals, preferences, and what is most helpful are revisited over time, allowing the focus to fit the client’s needs as they evolve.
Online therapy also makes support more accessible and flexible. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to get help in a way that fits busy schedules, changing energy levels, or different communication styles.
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