Mary (Peggy) Keating, LISW
Experienced Ohio LISW for trauma and relationships
- 40 years experience
- LISW in Ohio
- Not accepting clients
About Mary (Peggy) Keating
Mary (Peggy) Keating brings a steady, experienced presence to therapy, combining empathy with directness to help people move past what is blocking them from living fully. She works with a broad range of concerns including identity and LGBTQI matters, mood disorders, anxiety, grief, aging and family dynamics, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, addiction, sleep and eating concerns, parenting challenges, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Her style blends gentleness and support with clear, practical guidance, and she is willing to challenge unhelpful patterns when that is what a client needs to get unstuck.
As a LISW Mary (Peggy) Keating holds a Licensed Independent Social Worker credential, which denotes advanced training to provide clinical social work services. She addresses both past and present difficulties - from processing trauma to improving communication and coping skills - and tailors interventions to each person’s needs, whether the focus is symptom relief, relationship repair, or longer term personal growth. Her approach aims to validate experience while offering concrete strategies and, when appropriate, candid feedback to help clients make meaningful change.
Mary (Peggy) Keating emphasizes collaboration, helping people identify goals and select the therapeutic steps that best fit their values and life circumstances. Her practice is suitable for those seeking a therapist who can both support healing and promote forward movement.
As a LISW Mary (Peggy) Keating holds a Licensed Independent Social Worker credential, which denotes advanced training to provide clinical social work services. She addresses both past and present difficulties - from processing trauma to improving communication and coping skills - and tailors interventions to each person’s needs, whether the focus is symptom relief, relationship repair, or longer term personal growth. Her approach aims to validate experience while offering concrete strategies and, when appropriate, candid feedback to help clients make meaningful change.
Mary (Peggy) Keating emphasizes collaboration, helping people identify goals and select the therapeutic steps that best fit their values and life circumstances. Her practice is suitable for those seeking a therapist who can both support healing and promote forward movement.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mary (Peggy) Keating have?
Mary (Peggy) Keating has 40 years of experience.
Is Mary (Peggy) Keating a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LISW, which stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.0600020-SUPV.
In which languages does Mary (Peggy) Keating provide therapy?
Mary (Peggy) Keating provides therapy in English.
Where is Mary (Peggy) Keating located?
Mary (Peggy) Keating is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Mary (Peggy) Keating as my therapist?
You can work with Mary (Peggy) Keating through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mary (Peggy) Keating work with international clients?
Mary (Peggy) Keating does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary (Peggy) Keating 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Mary (Peggy) Keating uses evidence-informed methods to meet a range of concerns and tailors those approaches to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress while improving coping and problem solving. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused approach that helps people process and reduce the intensity of distressing memories, often supporting recovery from past events that continue to interfere with daily life. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple attention practices that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mary (Peggy) Keating works collaboratively with each person to clarify goals, test methods, and adjust the plan as needed so the chosen techniques fit the client’s preferences, history, and circumstances. Licensed professionals aim to balance short-term support with deeper exploration when appropriate.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit care into a busy life or access services from different locations. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling, allow continuity of work between sessions, and make it possible to receive regular support without long commutes, helping clients maintain momentum in their progress.
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