Mary Koch, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Mary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars: Clients are very satisfied with Mary. View 18 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa and Florida

Recent reviews

Mary Jo is superb. She has been such a blessing and a huge help to me through these past months of sessions—through my familial, relational, social and spiritual situations/problems/qualms. With her, I am thoroughly listened to and understood; she's able to really well-articulate and pinpoint things I'm working on or going through that I'm struggling to articulate. She's also super supportive and an incredible joy to talk with! I really enjoy our sessions and 200% recommend her to friends and anyone considering a counselor!

Mary has been instrumental in my journey with both helping me to understand myself better as well as giving me important tools to help handle my stress and anxiety in various environments

More about Mary

7 years' experience
Female
LMHC

Good job! You are already taking your first step to helping yourself. I am warm and inviting with various things to look at (if you choose video sessions), items to fidget with (you’ll find out when we work together), and of course me to talk to.

I use various techniques like REBT, CBT and ACT (and others) which are forms of therapy, however most of my clients state “we are just talking, or wow you are really good at this.” I let them know it’s not me: I am simply “reframing” what you; my future has stated to me back to you in a non-judging way. You hear it for yourself and I give you the credit for trusting me enough to share and hear your own information.

I also try to help my clients reframe to see the positives in their life, no matter how small. I convey to all of my clients that this is a ‘judge free’ space and they will never be judged by me. I want them to feel comfortable and realize that the work they are doing comes from them, not from me, and I will be in that judge-free space with them so they will not be alone. I provide a safe space to be mad, sad, happy, or any way you choose to feel.

I am no stranger to working with mental health clients and have worked with people that have depression, personality disorders, trauma, grief and anxiety disorders to name a few. I most recently spent time providing therapy providing outpatient service to those with dual-diagnosis at a substance and alcohol abuse facility and prior to that with schools for kids aged five to college. I also have experience working with inmates in a prison and jail. I have worked with those who want to discuss sexual identity and questioning their gender. I enjoy all aspects of working with clients but love to see them take time to realize the important things in life -

I will be available in the virtual office world on Mondays 3 pm to 6 pm, Tuesdays 3 pm to 6pm, Wednesday from 7 am to 3 pm, Thursdays 7 am to 3 pm. Although these hours are subject to change I invite you to ask for details or special accommodations. I want to let you know that I do check for messages throughout the day each day. Please be respectful and understand that everyone, like you is very important and deserves my undivided attention. I will respond to your message at my earliest convenience. Weekends may take a little longer as they are not my typical working hours.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Sleeping disorders Self esteem Depression Addictions LGBT Grief Anger management Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Mary Koch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336651363.

LMHC · Iowa · 088801 · Expires September 2026
LMHC · Florida · MH21935 · Expires March 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.: Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.: Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.: There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Mary Koch

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

18 reviews

Clients mention: Great Helped Listens Amazing Helping Thankful Understand Anxiety Caring Confident

Mary has been instrumental in my journey with both helping me to understand myself better as well as giving me important tools to help handle my stress and anxiety in various environments

I’m not sure words could describe how thankful I am for Mary. She was phenomenal from day one. Actually, after the first 5 minutes of our video call, I felt understood, also knew that Mary cared and that we could work together. Thankful I am able to be vulnerable to someone who cares and is interested in my growth and change.

Mary has been a great help in the 12+ months she’s been my therapist. She is professional, flexible, results driven, personable and understanding. She helped me to work through some significant life changes and make better decisions in different areas of my life. Her help and approach has enabled me to feel more empowered with tools and more confident to handle challenging emotions and experiences.

Great therapist!

Mary is a kind and compassionate therapist. She did not make me feel like she was judging me or ultra critical. She had some very constructive suggestions in which I have tried strongly to implement in my daily life. I do wish she was not potentially going in to another line of work, but I’m continuing to work with her until the time she would make the change as I think she has a great grasp on my issues, background, and environment around me.

She listens to how you feel

Mary is sweet, caring, funny, and a great listener. She makes me feel heard qnd gives me useful tools to help me in my mental health journey.

Mary is lovely. She is always willing to listen to my woes. She offers Alot of support and really good advice.

I have had multiple counseled experiences in the past and very few actually good. Mary has been such a wonderful therapist. Every session I leave feeling like she truly helped me to dig deeper and see things that I could never see in myself. That is a big thing for me because I feel like I am pretty self aware and don’t feel like therapist in the past we’re helping me dig much deeper than I already did on my own. Mary has given me great analogies to better understand my circumstances and myself. She is great at picking up the smallest things from stuff I have repeated over and over again and have never caught. I’ve only had 3 sessions thus far and therapy with Mary has already made such a huge impact on my life

She listens to my Concerns

Very nice person.

I have had a really bad experience with therapy in the past so I was very nervous and reluctant to meet with Mary but she was amazing and I love it!

It's great that MJ can appreciate and accept the effects of living with a chronic condition. She is holistic in her care, including talking to my son who is the centre of my world, tho often adds to my stressers and triggers. So when communication becomes strained she can help bridge the gap. MJ has already helped me more than she realises, tho still a long road to travel I believe. Thank you

MJ has made me feel safe and secure enough to talk about anything with her. I've only had 3 sessions so far and she has been able to show me different viewpoints to consider and plenty of food for thought. She has a lovely relaxed and friendly manner. She's very patient when I start to ramble on a bit lol.

Mary Jo has been my rock during an insanely rocky time in my life. She listens, doesn’t judge, and counsels straightforwardly in a way that truly focuses me. She’s amazing.

So far, I am mew to the app, but my experience has been very good! Mary always takes time to answer to my messages fast and to accommodate me into her schedule!!

Mary is a fun personality and a joy to work with! She creates such a dynamic and open atmosphere for allowing me to express what's on my mind. I enjoy her insight and ability to apply many different techniques to the counseling process and she is very quick to respond. I'm so happy I made the decision to start online counseling!

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Frequently asked questions

Does Mary Koch offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Mary Koch works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Mary Koch speak?

Mary Koch speaks English.

How many years of experience does Mary Koch have?

Mary Koch has 7 years of experience.

Where is Mary Koch licensed to practice?

Mary Koch is licensed to practice in Iowa and Florida.

Does Mary Koch accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Mary Koch does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Mary Koch offer?

Mary Koch offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Mary Koch?

Mary Koch can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Mary Koch?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.