Mary is an excellent therapist! She’s a great listener and balances validating your experiences with pushing you to think from all perspectives.
Mary Hartenstein, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Mary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Mary. View 14 reviews
- Great news, Mary is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Louisiana
Recent reviews
Amazing lady and a great person to have as a therapist.
More about Mary
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Louisiana with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, communication issues, and general life adjustments. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Family conflicts
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Grief
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Mary Hartenstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1639879133.
- LCSW · Louisiana · 3488 · Expires August 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Mary Hartenstein
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mary is an excellent therapist! She’s a great listener and balances validating your experiences with pushing you to think from all perspectives.
Amazing lady and a great person to have as a therapist.
Mary is an incredible therapist and a great listener. She provided me with many tools to manage stress and anger, which made a huge difference in my daily life. Mary helped me navigate some of the darkest and most stressful moments, not only in my personal life but also in my relationships. Her guidance was compassionate, insightful, and always tailored to my needs. I’m deeply grateful for all her support, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for meaningful and effective therapy.
Mary is a phenominal resource
She is very compassionate and allows you to get out what you need and listens but then gives you feedback and ways to help you improve your life or approach things in a positive way. She’s amazing!
Mary is so sweet, she’s amazing at advice, tips and just everything Can’t brag enough Love her
A very good therapist for me great feedback
Mary has been very easy to talk to and has helped me work through a very hard situation. She has shown me that my feelings matter just as much as others and that sharing those feelings is not wrong. I appreciate her greatly.
I love Mary & it was my only first session, she’s so sweet, caring and has amazing perspective. She’s great, & already has helped me a lot. Looking forward to our next session
Mary is incredibly attentive and professional. She offers great suggestions and tools for a variety of issues. She provides a safe space you to share with her.
Mary is a great listener. She calms my worries and offers support and helpful guidance. She responds quickly and checks in often. I wouldn't want any other therapist. She feels like a great friend who I get to share my life with.
Mary is great to work with
Extremely helpful and is able to understand your issues very quickly !
Mary is great, I was honestly worried about having to change therapists until I found one that was compatible with me. She is perfect! She seems to think just as I do, she also makes me realize the things I have been doing to help myself that I really did not realize until she pointed them out. I am very fortunate to have her as my first therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Mary Hartenstein offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mary Hartenstein works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Mary Hartenstein speak?
Mary Hartenstein speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mary Hartenstein have?
Mary Hartenstein has 5 years of experience.
Where is Mary Hartenstein licensed to practice?
Mary Hartenstein is licensed to practice in Louisiana.
Does Mary Hartenstein accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mary Hartenstein does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Mary Hartenstein offer?
Mary Hartenstein offers clients Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mary Hartenstein?
Mary Hartenstein can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Mary Hartenstein?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.