About Mary Blacklock

Hello, I’m Mary Blacklock. I help powerful people take action to improve their lives. I want the people I reach to engage their motivational power to pursue their dreams and move forward…one behavior change at a time.

I am an apprentice in living an intentional and forward moving life.

I have a background in Sociology and currently work as a Behavior Therapist for children with special needs. Through this work and my personal goal setting journey, I am learning the importance of focused behavior change.

ABOUT THE BLOG

This blog will focus on my personal experiences overcoming discouragement and lack of direction in life. It will highlight changes I have made or am making in my life in order move forward.

I will also be sharing content from books, podcasts, and online courses that are guiding me in my goal setting and behavior change. I hope that in sharing my story you will be encouraged and motivated to make some changes in your own life.

It’s my goal to write one blog post a week. You can find my new post on this site every Thursday. 

Please join my mailing list at the bottom of this page and leave comments on posts as I hope to engage with you.

MY FIRST TWO POSTS ARE:

How to Create a Career Plan When You Lack Clarity

Why is Personal Growth Important?

BIOGRAPHY

For those of you that want to know more about me, read on.

In addition to my undergraduate degree in Sociology from Austin College, I have a Master of Divinity degree from Princeton Theological Seminary.

Jobs I have had:

  • Hospital Chaplain in a Clinical Pastoral Education Program.

  • Behavior Management Specialist for children with disabilities and/or mental health needs.

  • Educational Assistant in a public school Special Education classroom working with children with Austim and other disabilities.

  • Special Education Teacher Intern in a public school working with children with disabilities.

I am currently a:

  • Registered Behavior Technician doing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) under the supervision of a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) at an Autism Clinic.

Disclaimer: I am not certified to suggest ABA strategies. Please seek a BCBA in your area and ask them about behavior therapy services. I do not do referrals. I do not provide professional advice for working with children with autism. This is a personal blog and not affiliated with any certification board. 

FUN FACTS:

  • I am also a singer/songwriter! I am not currently writing songs or performing, but please listen to some of my recorded tunes by clicking here. Then send me a message and let me know what you think.

  • I recently moved from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Dallas, Texas to pursue the opportunities placed before me.

If you have a desire to contact me about this blog or about potential speaking or music opportunities, please complete the contact form on the Contact page found in the menu bar.