I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia with over 22 years of professional work experience. I have worked with children, teens and adults. My previous clients have been from diverse backgrounds with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence and low self-esteem. My goal is to provide each client with tools to overcome obstacles or enhance the quality of life. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Professional experience
23 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Trauma and abuse Anger management Motivation, self esteem, and confidence
Additional areas of focus:LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Coping with grief and loss, Parenting issues, Depression, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Domestic violence, Immigration issues, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Young adult issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Mary Ann Hensley. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr Hensley is a wonderful person. Very easy to communicate with. Makes me feel comfortable sharing my thoughts with her. She is very understanding and compassionate.
Written on Nov 03, 2026 after therapy with Mary Ann for 3 years and 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Hensley was easy to talk to, empathetic and was able to identify how I was feeling. She was very perceptive and direct which I appreciated. The handouts she provided after our first meeting were very helpful. I feel confident of her ability to assist me with my current struggles.
Written on Oct 14, 2025 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
I feel that Dr. Hensley understands and helps me deal with my struggles more than other therapists
Written on Jul 08, 2024 after therapy with Mary Ann for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Dr Hensley has been a great asset to my mental health. She is easy to talk to and has great ideas for me to work on bettering myself. Overall I’m very pleased to have been matched to her.
Written on Apr 08, 2024 after therapy with Mary Ann for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Dr Hensley is understanding, compassionate and professional. She has continuously demonstrated her willingness to work effectively and consistently. Dr Hensley is insightful and exceeds expectations.
Written on Feb 26, 2024 after therapy with Mary Ann for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Dr. Hensley is absolutely fantastic! She really listens and cares about her patients.
Written on Jan 26, 2024 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Dr Mary is one of the kindest human beings to exist on this planet. She has such a sweet soul and is meant to help people.
Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
She is a great DR and very supportive and helpful. I strongly recommend, wonderful to talk to
Written on Dec 06, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and coaching
Mary Ann makes you comfortable and is very understanding. She is very caring too. It is very easy to communicate with her and she will accompany you efficiently and wisely in your journey with her. I highly recommend.
Written on Dec 03, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Dr. Hensley is amazing. Sessions with her are comfortable and enlightening. I feel like I’m growing and I can’t wait for what’s to come
Written on Oct 14, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I loveeeeeee my therapist Mrs Ann she has helped me so much this year and I want to talk to her all day if I could !! lol she is so amazing !! I just love her !!
Written on Oct 12, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
Dr. Hensley’s approach and techniques are right on point. Her empathetic and compassionate manner allows a safe place for me to confide in my deepest most vulnerable feelings. She listens with absolutely no judgment and sends information based on what I need specifically. Since I’ve been meeting with her I have felt a great improvement in my emotional well being. She is sincerely kind and always checks in on me to see if I’m doing ok. Dr. Hensley would be my highest recommendation for self help to anyone who is suffering. I’m eager to continue our relationship and work on my deep traumas with her. I don’t think I would trust anyone else!!!!! Thank you kindly Dr. Hensley because I owe my happiest life to you.
Written on Oct 02, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
After a few conversations, I can see that we are on the right track, and looking forward to more good, helpful and insightful, sessions.
Written on Aug 11, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Great therapist. Very nice nonjudgmental.
Written on Jul 14, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coaching
I've had a great experience with Dr. Hensley. I appreciate the worksheets and activities that she assigns me weekly, and the attention that she gives our meetings.
Written on Jul 13, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and self esteem
Dr. Henley has been very helpful on my healing journey. She’s put me on a path of empowerment through an increasing understanding of myself, what affects my mental health and how it affects my general health.
She is kind and sunny, and I always look forward to my sessions with her. She has a wealth of knowledge, understands her patients’ needs and how deep to go.
I would very much recommend Dr. Henley to anyone experiencing PTSD or C-PTSD.
Written on Feb 16, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 4 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and anger management
Dr Hensley is kind, smart, and compassionate. She is a very knowledgeable and provides great reading material supports what was discussed in the session. Dr Hensley has helped me a lot, and I really look forward to our sessions
Written on Feb 06, 2023 after therapy with Mary Ann for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing in every way. Seeing her smile and warm energy is so uplifting. I can’t recommend her enough!!!! She’s made such a huge impact on my life already!!!
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Mary Ann for 2 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, self esteem, and coaching
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