My Bio

I’ve helped thousands of people gain clarity & feel happier & more in control of their lives.

Credentials

I have a Masters of Social Work (MSW), and I am a Registered Social Worker (RSW) with the Ontario Association of Social Workers and Social Service Workers (OASWSSW) and a member of the Ontario Association of Social Workers (OASW) and the Canadian Association of Social Workers (CASW). I have practiced therapy both in person and online for over 10 years.

My Therapist History

I started out with in-person talk therapy from a private office. However, during the Covid pandemic I had to close my office and transition to Online Therapy in order to keep supporting my clients. I grew to love it, and so did they. I can now do CBT therapy online for clients anywhere in Ontario.

Mary Cross therapist
Mary Cross, MSW RSW therapist

Personal Bio

I grew up in Toronto and went to university, worked, volunteered, and raised two children in Guelph Ontario and have recently returned to Toronto.

I enjoy being with my family, socializing with friends, movies, writing, walks in nature, and checking out festivals and art events. I like to do my daily Duolingo, Wordle and Spelling Bee.

In a previous career, I was the Artistic Director of a artists film co-op. I later worked in crisis mental health on phone lines, walk-in clinics and alongside police. This taught me to assess people’s needs quickly and to offer them the most effective therapy interventions.

I am covered by most Ontario Extended Health Benefit plans, several workplace EAP programs and most Private Insurance and as a Registered Social Worker RSW therapist.

I would be honoured to work with you!