Mary Hartenstein , LCSW

Mary Hartenstein is a licensed therapist practicing in Louisiana with five years of professional experience. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she offers therapy grounded in practical, client-focused care and collaborative problem solving.

She has worked with people coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and general life adjustments. Mary emphasizes that each person is the expert of their own story and that existing strengths are central to overcoming obstacles.

Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, she aims to support and empower clients as they take initial steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life. Her work centers on helping clients build on what already works for them while navigating the challenges that brought them to therapy.

Solution-Focused Care and Online Therapy

Mary uses Solution-Focused Therapy, a short-term, goal-oriented approach that concentrates on building practical steps toward the changes a client wants to make. This method emphasizes identifying existing strengths and small, achievable solutions, making it well suited for concerns like stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.

In addition, her practice builds on a strengths-oriented stance that treats clients as the experts of their own stories. She works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods are most likely to fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the approach as the work progresses.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for scheduling around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to access care from different locations and to continue work between sessions, supporting consistent progress while accommodating day-to-day life.