Mary-Louise Henson, LMFT
- 25 years experience
- Relationship and family focus
- Anxiety and depression support
About Mary-Louise Henson
Her practice emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients can explore difficult thoughts and feelings and work toward clearer communication and healthier connections. She also supports clients facing attachment issues, blended family challenges, body image and eating concerns, codependency, and problems related to commitment and infidelity. Midlife transitions, questions of life purpose, isolation or loneliness, and veteran or armed forces issues are among the topics she addresses with sensitivity and experience.
Mary-Louise integrates practical strategies with compassionate listening to help people build coping skills and make meaningful changes. Whether the goal is improving family dynamics, navigating divorce or separation, or managing guilt and shame, she partners with clients to identify priorities and take actionable steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mary-Louise Henson have?
Mary-Louise Henson has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Mary-Louise Henson a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMFT, which means Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details are CA LMFT 33565.
In which languages does Mary-Louise Henson provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mary-Louise Henson located?
Mary-Louise Henson is located in California.
How can I work with Mary-Louise Henson as my therapist?
You can work with Mary-Louise Henson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mary-Louise Henson work with international clients?
Mary-Louise Henson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mary-Louise Henson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Sessions with Mary-Louise Henson
Mary-Louise Henson draws on evidence-informed methods to support clients in an online format. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and change behaviors that get in the way of daily functioning. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, which can ease stress, improve emotional regulation, and support coping during life changes. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on clients' strengths and goals, using brief, goal-oriented techniques to build momentum and find concrete steps forward when facing relationship or family challenges.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Mary-Louise works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts strategies over time so therapy remains practical and relevant.
Online sessions via video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging provide flexibility for scheduling, allow work to continue from different locations, and make it easier to integrate therapy into busy lives. Licensed professionals can use these options to offer consistent, goal-focused care while accommodating each client's circumstances.
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