I have a wide variety of experience in working with people who are feeling discouraged, overwhelmed and traumatized and are in need of support and coping skills. I also work with people with more serious and chronic mental health disorders by giving them support and encouragement to live in the community and live their life to the fullest. My approach is to help a person talk about their mental health at their own pace, what helps them feel safe and calm and how to do this in a way that makes them feel less stigmatized and gain support and strength through sharing their experience.
I also enjoy working with family members of people that are in recovery for a serious mental illness. I have my own lived experience and feel it makes me more empathetic and understanding as a practitioner. I also am a veteran and can work with veterans by understanding some of their culture.
I have been a social worker in the field of mental health for 35 plus years but more importantly I am a spouse, mother, sibling and co worker. I have experienced a lot including severe mental illness with a sibling, drug addiction with a family member, LGBTQ and teenage years. These are all people I love and have learned that life comes at people of all walks of life and I am very non judgmental because of that. I am good at putting myself in others shoes and have experienced first hand the stigma, stereotypes and misinformation people from all walks of like can encounter.
My approach to helping others is to listen and explore current and past history to help gain insight and put problem solving, client-centered solutions into place. I am seen as having a calming influence on others and generally am able to get others to open up and share their concerns. I am a very open transparent person and I look forward to working with people from all walks of life. Please consider me in your selection of a therapist and I will work hard to assist you in overcoming hardships and obstacles to reach a happier more fulfilling place in your life.
Additional areas of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Compassion fatigue, Caregiver issues and stress, Drug and alcohol addiction, First responder issues, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mary Van Hooser. 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.
Mary is the best!!!
Written on May 14, 2026 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mary has been a very comforting and reassuring. She has been very helpful in a variety of situations I have brought to her - and she is extremely relatable. I look forward to being able to talk to Mary!
Written on Apr 22, 2026 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
She is nice, very helpful and understanding
Written on Apr 20, 2026 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mary is understanding and culturally competent. She listens and gives advice considering my cultural beliefs and traditions.
Written on Apr 14, 2026 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mary is a good person, listens to me and provides me with honest feedback not just asking me what I feel I should do like other therapists.
Written on Sep 12, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and grief
I enjoyed speaking with Mary. She easy to talk with and gives an honest opinion on everything
Written on Aug 12, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Mary has been so helpful and is very supportive. I would highly recommend her to anyone. She is flexible with scheduling and easy to get along with.
Written on Aug 05, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Mary is very kind and understanding. She is also very flexible with her schedule which has been great for me. I find myself looking forward to our conversations.
Written on Jul 30, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Great therapist. Thanks so much Mary!
Written on Apr 12, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Mary is very easy to talk too, listens to me and helps me navigate my issues. I look forward to our time together.
Written on Mar 30, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Mary is great. Very down to earth. I actually look forward to my sessions with Mary. So easy to talk to.
Written on Mar 09, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Mary is really great - very active listener, quick at responding and very helpful.
Written on Mar 09, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
Mary is insightful and a great listener. Thanks!
Written on Feb 27, 2025 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues
Brilliant therapist, responds to what i need each session with respect and experience.
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Mary for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and sleeping disorders
I have been in therapy for 9 years with different therapists, my experience with Mary was one of the best. She is very kind, good at slowing things down and shows you how to change your situation. She is also really good at listening without being judgmental. Absolutely recommend her!
Written on Nov 08, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mary has been great!
Written on Oct 14, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, and anger management
Mary is great at listening and she has a calming demeanor and understands my concerns. I reached out to her when I needed help more than ever, and I have improved greatly while meeting with her.
Written on Aug 04, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Amazing listener and very helpful responses
Written on Jul 24, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, anger management, and coping with life changes
She's a Godsent
Written on Jun 16, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 9 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Very easy to talk to and open up to.
Written on Jun 03, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Mary is great, she understand what I'm trying to say even when it hard to find words.
Written on May 27, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
I have not been the most reliable for making all of my sessions with Mary, and she has shown so much patience and understanding that I really feel compelled to come back to her when I can make a booking. Any time I have spoken with her, I have come away feeling more certain of myself and with higher confidence that I will make it through the week. Mary has been an amazing communicator for me and I just feel very lucky to have found a therapist that I can fully share all my concerns and darkest thoughts. I feel safe. Thank you, Mary - you've been really helping me through this.
Written on Apr 29, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and lgbt
Mary is one of the most professional and compassionate therapist I’ve ever come in contact with. She loves to listen to, offer insight, and gives me tools to work on things I struggle with. I really value a therapist that takes the time to really get to know my case even if that’s a few sessions, which Mary has done. I highly recommend her for future individuals seeking help!
Written on Apr 04, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Mary is literally outstanding! She wants to understand your thoughts and feelings about whatever you’re going through and she’s great to work with! Her approach may seem slow to start with, but it gives her the knowledge she needs to help you out. I couldn’t ask for anyone better than Mary, she’s been on my side since day one and with her help I know I can accomplish anything
Written on Feb 01, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is a great professional that offers wisdom, opennes, tools, etc in a caring way. I am happy I got matched with her.
Written on Jan 18, 2022 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
I am really happy with my experience with Mary and BetterHelp. My previous attempts at therapy just didn't work out until I found this service. Mary is a very warm and understanding person and I was able to feel very comfortable and to let my walls come down. This is essential to being able to really share and get the best therapy experience. 10/10!
Written on Dec 28, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
mary is a great therapist and an awesome person. i have only had a few sessions with her but i already feel comfortable sharing with her.
Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, anger management, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, eating disorders, addictions, and bipolar disorder
Mary was great ! I had a few sessions and the feedback and interaction was very positive !
Written on Nov 04, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Mary is a wonderful therapist. She listens well, and is thoughtful and warm. I highly recommend her.
Written on Oct 30, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I’ve only had Mary for a few sessions so far and she is one of the most compassionate and sweetest people I’ve ever met! She truly listens to her clients and seeks to understand their issues to help them through whatever it is they need to get through. I’m beyond happy with Mary as my therapist and can’t recommend her enough!!
Written on Oct 10, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, and coping with life changes
Mary is great to talk with she has helped me with some adult parenting issues I was upset about in addition to feeling depressed and alone during a time that I’ve changed careers and actively seeking employment. Mary is relatable and offers different ways of thinking and processing through life’s challenges. You won’t be disappointed working with Mary!
Written on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Mary is kind, listens and addresses my concerns and issues so throughly, she is intelligent and gentle with her approach and extremely honest with me. I trust her and have benefitted from working with her.
Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mary is always there for you when you need anything, she listens to your concerns and helps you solve your issues. She is great!!!
Written on Aug 22, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning lgbt, relationship issues, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I feel that Mary listens to my concerns. Mary understands the areas in which I struggle but she doesn't let me languish there. She is good at listening to me but also pointing out why my thinking may not be rational. I believe, on some level, I know that but having someone point it out helps me to look at the situation differently.
Written on Aug 20, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
Mary is such a gentle soul and a great listener. She instantly made me feel better, providing really constructive advice I could implement immediately that improved my life situation. She's empathetic and helpful. Would recommend her services to anyone as a great counsellor and confidant.
Written on Aug 09, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very understanding, very supportive. Has helped me fight the 'gaslighting'
Written on Aug 08, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and trauma and abuse
Mary is absolutely amazing, and by far the absolute greatest at what she does! I would definitely recommend her especially if ur uncomfortable talking with someone bout ur issues
Written on Aug 01, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mary has been a big help and I really appreciate our time together.
Written on Jul 26, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Mary is wonderful! She listens to my concerns and is able to give me great insight on any issues I’m facing. This is my first experience with therapy and I feel very lucky that I was given Mary. She’s extremely professional, non-judgmental and very comforting.
Written on Jul 17, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Pleasant and easy to talk to. Thanks
Written on Jun 11, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 days on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, relationship issues, and anger management
I found Mary delightful. When we spoke the first time,I knew we were a match. Being able to relate to one's therapist is key to making progress. I am really grateful for the effort Mary has made to find time to fit me in ASAP.
Written on Jun 02, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse
Very kind, makes me feel comfortable, and listens very well.
Written on May 29, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship issues
Mary is a really great counselor and she helped me get my medication straight she know from the beginning that there is something wrong with my medication she listens to me and she knows very well what I am talking about and she helped me get through a lot in a short amount of time that I never thought I would be able to over come or at least be able to manage. I am so very thankful to her, I love our sessions it's always positive and productive and it makes me dig deeper and help me more to resolve my issues. I would recommend her for any of my friends she's amazing words would not justify her.
Written on May 20, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
You're great, thank you very much.
Written on May 16, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Couldn't have asked for a better counselor to have been paired with. I've felt comfortable from the beginning. If you have reservations about speaking with a counselor; I have to say you should push yourself to do it. The only regret to have is not checking in on yourself from a professional view. Thank you Mary for making me feel at ease and being so prompt and personable. Always checking in with no pressure for me to be prompt in my returned response.
Written on May 12, 2021 after therapy with Mary for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes
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