Mary Van Hooser
LISW focused on addictions, trauma, and mood disorders
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About
Mary Van Hooser, LISW, is an Ohio-based clinical social worker with 35 years in the field of mental health. She supports people who are feeling discouraged, overwhelmed, or traumatized and also works with those managing longer-term mental health disorders. Her practice emphasizes listening at each person’s pace and helping them identify what calms and grounds them without judgment.
She frequently works with family members of people in recovery and brings personal lived experience to her work, including service as a veteran and having supported loved ones through severe mental illness and addiction. Those aspects of her background contribute to an empathic, nonjudgmental stance and an ability to relate to a wide range of life challenges.
Clinically she combines exploration of current and past history with practical, client-centered problem solving. She aims to help people gain insight, build coping skills, and develop plans that fit their daily lives. Transparency, steady support, and collaborative planning are central elements of her approach.
She frequently works with family members of people in recovery and brings personal lived experience to her work, including service as a veteran and having supported loved ones through severe mental illness and addiction. Those aspects of her background contribute to an empathic, nonjudgmental stance and an ability to relate to a wide range of life challenges.
Clinically she combines exploration of current and past history with practical, client-centered problem solving. She aims to help people gain insight, build coping skills, and develop plans that fit their daily lives. Transparency, steady support, and collaborative planning are central elements of her approach.
- Location:
- Ohio, United States
- Years Experience:
- 35
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Compassion fatigue, First responder issues, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OH LISW I.0009592-SUPV
- NPI Number: 1376645622
- License: LISW (Ohio)
Remote sessions and therapeutic style
Mary blends client-centered listening with skill-focused therapies in remote sessions. Client-centered work creates space for clients to set the pace, share concerns, and identify what helps them feel calmer and more understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to examine thought patterns and try practical behavioral strategies to address depression, anxiety, and related symptoms. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.
This mix can suit people who want both empathic exploration and hands-on tools to cope day to day. Sessions aim to be collaborative, with goals and techniques shaped together. Online appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, giving flexibility in how people choose to connect and work together.
What is Mary Van Hooser’s clinical background?
She has worked in the field of mental health as a social worker for 35 years.
What credentials does she hold?
Mary is a licensed independent social worker with the credential LISW and license OH LISW I.0009592-SUPV.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is she based?
She is based in Ohio.
How can people work with her remotely?
Remote sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
Yes. The profile indicates she accepts international clients.
What does it cost to work with her?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire as the next step.