I am thankful for a calm and listening from Mary Jo. I have felt very comfortable to share what is going on my mind. She has no judgement. I feel very confident working with her.
Mary Jo Ayllon, LPC
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 27 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Georgia and North Carolina
Recent reviews
I’ve been working with Mary Jo for over a year. She is a great listener. She has a special way of providing insight in a gentle, but extremely helpful way. She is very professional while also being relatable. I’m so thankful I was connected to her.
More about Mary
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LPC, LCMHC
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia, and I have been practicing therapy for 8 years. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, abuse and trauma, OCD, ADHD, low self esteem, stress management, multicultural issues, racism, and adjusting to new life changes. I am also a parent and a pastor's wife, and I have experience working with parenting struggles, spiritual concerns, and church problems.
My therapy style is meant to encourage comfort, trust, motivation, and hope. My goal is to meet you where you are and walk with you towards where you want to be. I believe therapy should be goal oriented, but that each person has a different pace working towards those goals. I utilize approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and humanistic therapy. I try to adjust my approach to the needs and goals of each individual client.
If a client desires, I am also trained and able to use a Biblically integrative approach to therapy. As a Christian, I see the importance of using a Biblical worldview that reminds us that we are all created in God's image and with great dignity, but we all also experience the curse of sin in every aspect of our lives and the world around us. We feels the affects of betrayals, broken relationships, jealousy, pride, sickness, and pain. A faith-based approach to therapy that uses psychology but is also grounded in biblical truths allows us to see ourselves and our struggles on a deeper level, and also gives us hope and assurance that we are not abandoned and left to figure things out all on our own.
Starting therapy is a courageous step towards getting unstuck and moving towards healing, restoration, and a life of joy. I would be honored to work with you along this journey!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Mary Jo Ayllon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700108933.
- LPC · Georgia · LPC009992 · Expires September 2026
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 18576 · Expires June 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Mary Jo Ayllon
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I am thankful for a calm and listening from Mary Jo. I have felt very comfortable to share what is going on my mind. She has no judgement. I feel very confident working with her.
I’ve been working with Mary Jo for over a year. She is a great listener. She has a special way of providing insight in a gentle, but extremely helpful way. She is very professional while also being relatable. I’m so thankful I was connected to her.
Super dope
Mary Jo is really an incredible therapist! Thank you for everything!
I am grateful for Mary Jo. She is responsive, kind, caring and she helps me process through my thoughts and emotions. She’s asking the right questions to allow me to dig deeper. I reached out when I was dealing with a situation that I was struggling to process and she helped me look at the various angles to help me see a different perspective. I was able to process out of the emotional upheaval into a perspective that allowed me to see my actions as well as the other side. She has been a gift to me in this season and I am thankful.
I began heart fracturedfrom the biggest loss of my life and she has help me navigate that. I'm a work in progress but I'm moving in the right direction with her help.
Mary Jo has been so patient and supportive as I face some of the most challenging obstacles in my life. She gives me space to explore my needs and offers a really calming and safe environment for me. Because of her encouragement I can see things from a healthier vantage point and it’s helping me achieve my goals. Thank you Mary Jo, you are a true blessing!
Mary Jo has been so incredible in the time she’s been my therapist. She actively listens to my feelings and thoughts, while providing validation for my feelings and thoughts too. She is kind hearted and genuinely cares to help and guide her patients through whatever they’re going through. I’m so thankful for, Mary Jo!
Amando el proceso en el que Mary me ha llevado!! Buena terapista
Therapy with Mary Joe Allen has changed my life. It’s still a process, and I still have a lot to work on with my anxiety, depression, and other issues, but I can say that I am in a far better place now than when I started therapy a year ago. I look forward to continuing working on my own health.
Mary Jo is communicative and sincere. She checks on me periodically to see if I need anything or have anything that I would like to discuss for our upcoming session. Mary Jo is solution-oriented, and I always leave her sessions feeling centered and optimistic.
Such a sweet women, she makes my mornings
Mary Jo has been a life saver for me- quite literally. I’ve had a variety of therapists over the last 20 years and they were fine, but no one really got me to understand myself or other people better than Mary Jo has. By understanding myself and others I have made so much progress. I cannot thank her enough.
Mary Jo is AMAZING! I signed up for betterhelp during the darkest period of my life (in what I now know was a Major Depressive Episode) and she was so incredibly understanding, gentle, and patient with me as we worked through it. Being able to message her for help was indescribably comforting and she was so timely, thoughtful, and insightful with all of her responses. I now have a repertoire of coping mechanisms and skills to deal with my anxiety and depression and feel so much more equipped to handle any issues that might arise. I would HIGHLY recommend Mary Jo to anyone needing help with anxiety or depression.
I love talking to Mary Jo Ayllon! She makes me feel seen and comfortable. She listens so well and gives me valuable feedback and insight. I really enjoy my sessions!
So far I am really enjoying my sessions. Mary Jo is great at listening and pulling things out of me that are difficult to talk about.
She is amazing and I am so thankful that God brought her into my life.
Mary Jo has been a great help. We dig past surface level issues to find the root cause. She asks some tough questions that require you to look more inwardly.
Mary Jo Ayllon has been such a blessing. She’s been a great resource and help over the past several months for whatever I may throw her way. This is my first true experience with counseling and I’m really thankful for Mary Jo and BetterHelp
She is an amazing therapist and very understanding and patient. There is always a great takeaway and feeling better in the situation(s). I would highly recommend her.
Mary Jo is amazing! She’s super supportive and a great listener. She’s helped me in so many ways during our first chat & I can’t thank her enough. Truly an Angel on earth!
She is amazing and I am so glad I found her!
Mary Jo keeps me engaged when I have trouble finding motivation and helps me think critically about my viewpoint on the world. Thank you, Mary Jo!
Mary Jo has been so helpful in just the two weeks we’ve been talking. I’ve seen things in a new light because of the shift in perspective she has helped me come to. I appreciate her willingness to counsel from a place of faith, while also being practical and honest. She’s been a blessing!
Mary Jo is incredible. No ands, ifs or buts. Incredibly attentive, respectful, warm and friendly, accommodating. I was fortunate that our paths crossed at the right time, including my rock bottom. Thank you.
Mary Jo has been such an amazing help in working through a really hard situation. She is supportive and offers gentle and useful guidance and thoughts. She has helped me formulate my own thoughts about a situation that are healthy and positive. Her Biblical world view has also really helped me feel confident and comfortable taking her advice.
Being an Asian guy the stigma is that we don't go to talk to a therapist we should deal with our problems ourselves, at least for me. You only talk to someone professional if you've gone crazy or insane. At first I was apprehensive a bit skeptical but as we started talking I realized that it was liberating to know that someone can listen and understand you without being judged. She is really professional in her field. I couldn't be more thankful.
Frequently asked questions
Does Mary Jo Ayllon offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mary Jo Ayllon 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 Jo Ayllon speak?
Mary Jo Ayllon speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mary Jo Ayllon have?
Mary Jo Ayllon has 9 years of experience.
Where is Mary Jo Ayllon licensed to practice?
Mary Jo Ayllon is licensed to practice in Georgia and North Carolina.
Does Mary Jo Ayllon accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mary Jo Ayllon 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 Jo Ayllon offer?
Mary Jo Ayllon offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mary Jo Ayllon?
Mary Jo Ayllon 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 Jo Ayllon?
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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.