About
Rev. Mara Lee Sitasz, MA N.C.C.A. Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor
Mara has always had a heart for those in emotional pain. While facing her own adversity and life difficulties, God has used her life experience to challenge her to move beyond the hurt to help others. Mara chose healing for her life.
Mara is a Licensed Clinical Pastoral Counselor with the National Christian Counselors Association and an Ordained Minister by Experience Ministries, Inc.
Mara has earned her Masters of Arts in Christian Counseling, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Cornerstone University. She holds Advanced Certificates in Substance Abuse/Addiction Therapy and in Cognitive Therapy. Mara is a Certified Temperament Counselor, is trained in Drug & Alcohol Intervention by the National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, Inc., as well as the “Unbound” model of freedom through Christ, and “Into the Wildflowers,” recovery from sexual abuse. Mara is a Certified Trauma Competent Professional by Lakeside Global Institute and The United way. She has also done extensive research on and counseling for Dysfunctional Family Systems. Mara is the founder of Choosing to Heal Ministries, which includes Christian Counseling, coaching, mission trips, various topical group sessions, and book studies. Mara has been an advocate for the homeless and trafficked population as well.
Why People Believe in Us
“Mara is simply amazing. She is compassionate, understanding and pours so much into building a trusting relationship with her clients. I have benefited so much from working with her and felt like I always had a trusted ally to help me during my path to healing.”
“Mara has helped me in my darkest of times. When I had no hope for myself I had Mara standing next to me rooting for me. She helped me understand the forgiveness of Jesus and what it means to repent. I have learned so many tools from working with Mara that I still use to this day. I can honestly say she has changed my life for the better.”
Alyssa Y
“Mara is absolutely wonderful. Why my husband and I were suffering she is one of the reasons we are striving today. She worked so hard with us and believe me we were not easy and didn’t make it easy for her, but her patience and dedication with us was wonderful ❤️”