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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
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Mary Claire Bauer

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP

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600 4th St NE, Suite 203, Watertown, SD 57201
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (605) 857-6353
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I work with children (6+), teens, adults, and couples, and have a special passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals as well as those navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relationship concerns, and emotional intensity.
I provide a supportive, person-centered space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to be your authentic self. My approach draws on DBT, CBT, Motivational Interviewing, ART for trauma, play therapy with children, and Gottman Method Level 1 with couples.
Together, we’ll build skills, foster resilience, and create meaningful change. If you think we would be a good therapeutic fit to work together, please reach out.
Take the first step to help. Call Mary Claire Bauer now - (605) 857-6353

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Rising Hope Counseling

600 4th St NE

Suite 203

Watertown, SD 57201 map

(605) 857-6353
I offer in-person therapy sessions in a warm and homey environment. I also offer telehealth appointments via video.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (605) 857-6353
Photo of Mary Claire Bauer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP

My Practice at a Glance

Waitlist. Contact to join the list for in-person and online therapy.

Rising Hope Counseling

600 4th St NE

Suite 203

Watertown, SD 57201 map

(605) 857-6353
I offer in-person therapy sessions in a warm and homey environment. I also offer telehealth appointments via video.
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Avera Health Plans
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Optum
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • TRICARE
  • Wellmark BCBS
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (605) 857-6353
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. (605) 857-6353

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of South Dakota / LPC-MH30888 Mary Bauer
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Walden University, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (605) 857-6353
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. - (605) 857-6353

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Asperger's Syndrome
  • Autism
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Chronic Impulsivity
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Do these issues align with your needs? - (605) 857-6353
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Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Do these issues align with your needs? - (605) 857-6353

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use a person-centered approach to help connect with clients and explore needs. Depending on needs, I incorporate various therapy interventions to meet needs such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and/or play therapy. I often look at strengths of clients to increase growth.
Photo of Mary Claire Bauer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (605) 857-6353
"
I use a person-centered approach to help connect with clients and explore needs. Depending on needs, I incorporate various therapy interventions to meet needs such as Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and/or play therapy. I often look at strengths of clients to increase growth.
Photo of Mary Claire Bauer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (605) 857-6353

Location

Primary Location

Rising Hope Counseling

600 4th St NE

Suite 203

Watertown, SD 57201

(605) 857-6353

Nearby Areas

Counties

Zips

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I offer in-person therapy sessions in a warm and homey environment. I also offer telehealth appointments via video.
Photo of Mary Claire Bauer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (605) 857-6353
"
I offer in-person therapy sessions in a warm and homey environment. I also offer telehealth appointments via video.
Photo of Mary Claire Bauer, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Mary Claire Bauer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, QMHP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (605) 857-6353