Dr. Mary Ann Hensley , LMHC, LPC

Dr. Mary Ann Hensley is a licensed counselor based in Florida with 23 years of clinical experience helping children, teens, and adults navigate life’s challenges. She holds LMHC and LPC credentials - LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor and LPC stands for Licensed Professional Counselor - and has worked with clients from diverse backgrounds on concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, domestic violence, and low self-esteem. Dr. Hensley focuses on equipping people with practical tools to overcome obstacles and improve overall quality of life, approaching each client with respect, patience, and a goal-oriented mindset.

Her work is informed by evidence-based therapies including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Dr. Hensley supports clients through the courage it takes to seek change and offers guidance tailored to individual needs, whether someone is addressing relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, grief, ADHD, or other concerns. She aims to create a collaborative therapeutic experience that helps people build skills, find resilience, and move toward greater well-being.

Could Virtual Sessions Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether online therapy will make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and major life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the format that suits their needs and schedule, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This variety makes it easier to keep therapy consistent amid busy or shifting routines.

Licensed professionals offer these remote options, and clients may change therapists if they need a different fit. For people balancing work, family, or mobility limits, online therapy can increase access to ongoing support and practical therapeutic tools.