Healthy Connections Counseling
BRINGING HEALTH AND WHOLENESS THROUGH BODY, SOUL, AND SPIRIT
Mary Hornsby, LMHC
About
As a licensed mental health therapist with over 22 years of experience, Mary is passionate about walking alongside individuals on their journey toward healing, growth, and emotional wellness. She holds a Master’s degree from Bradley University and is a Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC), licensed to provide compassionate, evidence-based care.
Mary’s therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, active listening, and a deep respect for the whole person—body, soul, and spirit. She draws from a range of integrative, client-centered methods, tailoring treatment to meet each client’s unique needs. She is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and specializes in helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, addiction recovery, trauma, grief, and life transitions. She brings a steady, calming presence to her sessions, meeting clients exactly where they are while helping them move forward with courage and clarity.
In her practice, Mary strives to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel seen, heard, and supported. She works collaboratively to develop individualized plans that nurture resilience, promote insight, and foster meaningful change. Her goal is to help clients reconnect with their inner strength, build healthier relationships, and rediscover a sense of hope and purpose. She believes lasting transformation is possible when individuals feel empowered to reclaim their stories and live with greater authenticity.
Committed to lifelong learning, Mary stays current with the latest advancements in mental health research and care. She brings this knowledge into her work, blending research-based practices with genuine compassion and wisdom.
Outside of counseling, Mary enjoys hiking, exploring nature, gardening, and traveling—activities that renew her sense of wonder and connection. She considers it an honor to walk alongside clients as they take courageous steps toward greater wholeness and flourishing.
As a licensed associate clinical mental health counselor, Hannah believes healing begins with being seen, known, and cared for—especially in the messy, tender, or confusing parts of life. She works with children, teens, young adults, and families to foster greater emotional health, self-awareness, and resilience. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Grand Canyon University and a Bachelor of Arts in Health Communication from Davidson College.
Hannah’s therapeutic approach is trauma-informed, deeply relational, and rooted in the belief that every person holds the capacity for growth. She draws from a range of integrative, evidence-based methods tailored to each individual’s unique needs. Her work often incorporates play-based interventions, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic or creative practices.
Hannah has extensive experience in both clinical and educational settings, including work in teen residential treatment centers and coordinating healthcare and educational programs at clinics, nonprofits, and universities. She has led and collaborated on research exploring play therapy, trauma-informed care, and resilience in neurodivergent youth, and recently co-authored a publication on mental health equity through the National Association of Geriatric Education. These roles allow her to bring a research-informed, systems-aware perspective to her practice while staying connected to the latest advancements in mental health care. Hannah understands how family dynamics, school pressures, cultural identity, and developmental needs intersect, and is passionate about offering compassionate, inclusive support that honors the whole person.
She brings a warm and grounded presence to therapy, meeting each client with empathy, curiosity, and care. Whether navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, or challenges with emotional regulation, Hannah walks alongside clients with gentleness and insight. She is passionate about helping others uncover strengths they didn’t know they had and reconnect with what matters most.
Outside of the counseling room, Hannah finds joy and renewal in trail running, skiing, hot yoga, playing the fiddle, hiking scenic trails, and traveling new destinations. If you’re ready to take the next step toward growth, Hannah looks forward to learning your story and partnering with you and your family to thrive.
Hannah Moerk, ACMHC
Within counseling, we recognize the profound link between the mind, body, and spirit. This process entails a joint venture where individuals delve into their thoughts, feelings, and past events in a secure and encouraging environment. By highlighting empathy and positive regard, we promote inclusivity and cultural sensitivity, valuing the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of each individual. Our method focuses on fostering resilience, self-awareness, and growth, leading clients to uncover their capabilities and live genuinely.
Counseling Philosophy
Services
We provide in-person services in the Draper, UT , as well as online via Telehealth.
Areas of focus include, but are not limited to, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, ADHD, emotion regulation issues, neurodevelopment, relationship concerns, spirituality, family-of-origin issues, and life transitions.
Contact
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We recognize that it takes courage to reach out and take steps towards the care you need— your questions, concerns, and feelings are welcome here! We offer free 15-minute consultations to hear more about what you’re hoping for in this process and if my services would be a good fit for your needs.
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