
A licensed mental health counselor is a professional who has a master’s degree (M.A.) in psychology, counseling, or another mental health field. They work two years with a mental health professional after graduate school for licensing. They cannot perform medical procedures or prescribe medications.
If you’re looking for a counselor you can use our vetted directory of mental health professionals to find one in your area. Start your journey below.

With the world still in crisis and with so many unanswered questions about the future of things, I want provide a safe space for you and your family to take care of their mental health and overall wellbeing. COVID19 brings so many changes to our everyday lives that are difficult to handle, yet completely out of our control. Whether its for your kiddo that doesn't understand whats going on, sibl...

Whether you are an adult, a family or a couple, relationships can become overwhelming and confusing. It can be helpful to work with someone on difficult and vulnerable issues you are experiencing. I support relationships that are experiencing hardship. I help relationships heal, grow and develop the skills, motivation, and capacity to overcome relationship challenges. I help relationships in...

Bethany Lato
Milwaukee
Wisconsin
You are creative, curious, eager to learn, and try to live a life rooted in wellness and self-growth. And yet you struggle to cope in your daily life, as you carry around anxiety, depression, uncontrollable moods, flashbacks, and relational issues. You find that you are unable to move forward from past life experiences that have made a lasting impact on you. You feel stuck by past traumas that...

In need of a psychological assessment? Need an anger management evaluation or courses? Not feeling your normal self? Unresolved trauma still impacting your current day to day routine? Looking to improve your mental health and overall well being? Whatever your reasons for seeking services, taking the initial steps to begin your journey can be challenging. Have courage and build on your inner...

Adam Brandt
Raleigh
North Carolina
I specialize in providing individual therapy to adults, young adults, and teenagers through life-transitions, depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive concerns, social skills development, identity development, and existential/spiritual/religious concerns. I draw upon acceptance and commitment therapy to help clients take action toward living a meaningful life. Acceptance and commitment therapy...

I have experience working with a variety of ages and concerns, including mood and anxiety disorders, perinatal mood and anxiety, pregnancy loss, couples counseling, eating disorders, adolescents, grief and loss, trauma, parenting and co-parenting, and adjusting to life changes. I have worked with people from a variety of backgrounds and socioeconomic statuses. I generally use a client-centered...

Jeremy Lesser
Phoenix
Arizona
You deserve to have the life that you want. Do you feel fulfilled? Do you have relationships that are loving and bring joy? Do you believe that your life has meaning? Are you being your best self? Are you living the life you want? These are some of the questions we will explore working together. I know that reaching out for help can seem overwhelming and intimidating. My number one goal is to...

Megan Steedman
Denver
Colorado
You feel consumed by feelings of anger towards someone you once trusted. Your felt lack of is creeping into other areas of life-- your relationship, your friendships, and your work. You are tired of your past holding so much power over you and continually being misunderstood by those around you. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel so painful. But one thing is sure: you’re read...

Taking care of yourself is an act of kindness. Therapy can be the gift you give yourself. I have 25 years as an outpatient therapist. My theoretical orientation is person-centered. I use a holistic and eclectic approach in therapy, building upon the individual's strengths and inner resources. Therapy sessions are designed to empower the individual and expand their coping skills. Treatment plann...

I know that it's difficult to take that first step in asking for help. Sometimes the first step is recognizing we need support before making that vulnerable call (or sending that email). It's okay if you don't even know what you need, as long as you recognize that what you're doing isn't working anymore. I'm here to help you figure out what you need and put together a plan that feels possible....

Over the course of my career as a licensed therapist, I have had many exciting opportunities to work with an assortment of different people. I would love the opportunity to meet and connect with new clients who are interested in starting the therapy journey towards understanding their true health and potential. A friend of mine texted me and said "Going to therapy is something I've fought and...

Jerry D Lilly
Boise
Idaho
"What I am is good enough, if I would only be it openly". I have centered most of my work on this strength base belief of Carl Rogers. It is so easy to focus on what is not working and what has to be 'fixed' rather than on what is working and what is right in ourselves. Our society, social media, and some of our environments give us the message that we need to be 'better' that we are not 'good...

Imelda N Bratton
Lexington
Kentucky
During this Covid Safe at Home time, all sessions are conducted via telehealth. Sessions range from 30 minutes (younger clients) to 60 minutes. Insurance companies continue to cover tele-health during this time, so there should not be an additional charges outside of your typical co-pay. For children that are under 8, I work with parents and caregivers using Child Parent Relationship Therapy. T...

I graduated from Andrews University (Michigan) in 2015 with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I practiced in Maine for three years and recently moved Massachusetts. I consider myself a “New Englander” and am a die-hard fan of Boston sports teams. I enjoy my free time playing sports and spending time in nature. I have really enjoyed working as a therapist and hold a very hi...

Richard O’Garr is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Assumption College. He has over 15 years of experience in helping people who are struggling with a wide range issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, conflicts in relationships, and addiction. Richard creates an accepting and supportive environment where clients can feel...