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Whitney Thomas, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Whitney 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 Whitney. View 46 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

GREAT listener

Reviewed April 2024

Whitney is extremely therapeutic and helpful.shes gives clarity in ways that for me shetellls it like it is...and has given individuals aswell as i myself the opportunity to do self reflection tools witch i have know about ,ust never used them in a way that was& positive from within myself.i dont think she truly understands the value she has and how thankful and greatful i am to her...THANK YOU WHITNEY

Reviewed January 2024

More about Whitney

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello and welcome! My name is Whitney Thomas and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Pennsylvania. I have 13 years of experience in the field of mental health. I received mt Bachelor's Degree in Social Science from the University of Pittsburgh (2005). After graduation I obtained a job at a Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program where I worked with individuals on reaching their mental wellness goals to live their best lives. Due to the influence of this wonderful program I went on the obtain my Master's Degree in Community Mental Health Counseling (2014) and then on to obtain my Professional License (2017).

Due to my experience in Psychiatric Rehabilitation my preferred therapeutic approach is person-centered. This gives me the opportunity to meet you where you are at and help you grow from there. Therapy is not a one size fits all program and I enjoy getting to know you as the unique individual that you are coming with your own unique experiences and backgrounds. I strive to make the therapeutic experience a positive one where you will feel confident to share openly and honestly about your accomplishment and hurts without the fear of judgment.

With my 13 years of experience I have had the opportunity to work with adults, children, couples and families. In various settings I have been able to work with people individually and within the group setting. I have been trained in several trauma informed practices and attend yearly continuing education sessions to keep up with the latest skills and practices.

I look forward to collaborating with you and thank you for choosing me to help you on your journey!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Anger management Bipolar disorder ADHD

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Whitney Thomas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588178974.

  • LPC · Pennsylvania · PC010010 · Expires February 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 Whitney Thomas

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

Overall rating:

5.0

46 reviews

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GREAT listener

Reviewed April 2024

Whitney is extremely therapeutic and helpful.shes gives clarity in ways that for me shetellls it like it is...and has given individuals aswell as i myself the opportunity to do self reflection tools witch i have know about ,ust never used them in a way that was& positive from within myself.i dont think she truly understands the value she has and how thankful and greatful i am to her...THANK YOU WHITNEY

Reviewed January 2024

She is absolutely wonderful. I honestly lost faith in therapy but knew that I needed it. My therapist has been wonderful so far and I feel better after every session.

Reviewed August 2023

Whitney was the first therapist I was matched with and it’s a perfect fit!

Reviewed July 2023

Whitney is one of the most genuine persons I have ever had the pleasure of speaking to. She is kind, sincere, compassionate and truly puts her heart into what she does. She listens without judgement, offers thoughtful and intelligent advice that truly helps, and I can sincerely say that she saved my life and I don't know where I would be if it had not been for her. She is a one of a kind therapist and I have been truly lucky, as has Betterhelp to have her.

Reviewed June 2023

She is very friendly, extremely non-judgemental and helps me feel safe when explaining my non conventional lifestyle and problems that arise from such

Reviewed May 2023

Whitney is understanding helpful

Reviewed April 2023

Whitney is extremely patient, compassionate, intelligent and kind hearted. She's non judgemental, reassuring and understanding. Therapy itself can be really hard work, but also, having a one of a kind therapist like her is what helped save and change my life.

Reviewed January 2023

Whitney is a great listener and gives feedback. She has been supportive and so easy to talk to.

Reviewed November 2022

Very knowledgeable and patient! Highly recommend!

Reviewed November 2022

She is awesome

Reviewed November 2022

She’s got every tool for every situation. Recommend her to a few friends.

Reviewed November 2022

Whitney has been so helpful to me. I know she understands my concerns and feelings. Whitney allows me the space to process while also challenging assumptions that I did not even realize I had. I have improved my ability to care for myself so much since starting to see her.

Reviewed September 2022

Love Whitney. Quite literally the best therapist out there

Reviewed September 2022

Whitney has given me the clarity that I needed, Whitney also has helped in gaining my the strength to express the things within myself,i was never able to.with out me reaching out to better help and finding my therapist Whitney,I wouldn't have found the strength ,I thank her for that.

Reviewed September 2022

I can’t say enough nice things about Whitney! She really saved me this pandemic and unfortunately I need more than she can give me at this time but I hope to be able to come back to her in the future!

Reviewed August 2022

I feel very comfortable and understood with Whitney, but I also appreciate that she is willing to challenge me. I've had multiple therapists on the platform over time and she has been the best to date!

Reviewed August 2022

She is so kind and listens really well, definitely knows what she is talking about and I’m excited to work with her more!

Reviewed August 2022

Whitney is great and helpful!

Reviewed August 2022

Shes the best therapist ive had and ive had a few very bad experiences and some very good ones with other therapists

Reviewed July 2022

Great listener!

Reviewed May 2022

Whitney is warm, empathetic and non-judgmental. Not all therapists are created equal... this is one of the good ones!

Reviewed May 2022

So understanding! She always knows what I mean, and she always says the right thing!

Reviewed April 2022

Whitney has been instrumental in my improved mental health

Reviewed February 2022

Whitney is able to help me narrow down my thoughts and genuinely supports me through our sessions. I never feel like she's looking at the clock and is 100% engaged. This was a perfect match and I appreciate her!

Reviewed January 2022

Best therapist Definitely and I don’t even believe reviews

Reviewed January 2022

I never wanted to open up to anyone i was ashamed and embarrassed by my past. Only 3 people over the years got me to feel comfortable enough to open up to and Whitney is 100% one of them.

Reviewed January 2022

So sweet! Super understanding, she always understands what I'm trying to say! Helps me in a way that is unique to my needs!

Reviewed December 2021

Whitney made me comfortable from the start. She is easy to talk to and is great at culling my anxiety ridden mind

Reviewed September 2021

Whitney is fantastic. She truly listens, helps me better understand myself and offers her expert opinion, and offers different solutions for me to choose from to address the situation. I’m absolutely confident in her expertise and our sessions have been very helpful. 10/10 would recommend.

Reviewed August 2021

Awesome Therapist!

Reviewed August 2021

So nice and understanding! Always understands what I mean, which most people don't

Reviewed August 2021

She really wants you to be happy :)

Reviewed July 2021

I have been speaking with Whitney for a little over a year now and she has been so helpful. She has helped me dig deeper into my problems and establish achievable goals to help overcome those problems. I don’t think I would be here today had I not joined BetterHelp. I’m so glad Whitney came into my life.

Reviewed July 2021

Easy to talk to, listens well and very understanding.

Reviewed June 2021

I've had a long battle with depression and anxiety for most of my life, and I found this app and got paired with Whitney. Honestly, she's been a god send. It's hard enough today to try to connect with someone, but I found myself instantly building rapport with her. She is patient, kind, and compassionate. I worked my way up from messaging to regular phone calls. She's extremely intelligent and understanding and i couldn't be more thankful. She has helped me tremendously. I've learned to be kinder to myself and while not everyday brings happiness - I know I have someone to lean on for help during the tough days. 10/10 recommend. She's phenomenal.

Reviewed June 2021

Whitney is an incredible counselor who truly listens to what it is that I am saying. Whitney gives unique perspective while also being thorough in her unbiased opinion. I could not imagine having a better experience for my first time in an online based therapy.

Reviewed June 2021

Amazing.

Reviewed January 2021

Whitney is honestly incredible. I have been working with her for a few months now on issues related to trauma, depression and self esteem and she has honestly changed the way I that I think about myself and challenges me daily to do better. Whitney helped me through a really tough time for me and I couldn’t be more appreciative.

Reviewed November 2020

I was very new to counseling and she made it very easy. She helped me a lot when I had no one else and she changed my life for the better. I am so thankful for her :).

Reviewed November 2020

Im so thankful for her.

Reviewed September 2020

So far Whitney has been an amazing listener. She allows me to vent and be vulnerable without any judgement. She is going to have an amazing career with young adults especially because of her transparency and non-judgemental behavior

Reviewed July 2020

Shes great, best therapist I've ever had

Reviewed July 2020

I suffer from severe anxiety that sometimes takes over my day. Whitney has been very helpful in giving me strategies to work with. She’s very easy to talk to.

Reviewed June 2020

Whitney is emphatic, supportive, laid back, non-judgmental, and a very good listener. She offers non-judgmental support and realistic coping strategies and goals. I'm very comfortable with her and she has helped me a lot during these uncertain times.

Reviewed May 2020

She has been nothing but understanding. In my experience with counselors she has been the only one where I have walked away from happy with the session.

Reviewed February 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Whitney Thomas offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Whitney Thomas 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 Whitney Thomas speak?

Whitney Thomas speaks English.

How many years of experience does Whitney Thomas have?

Whitney Thomas has 3 years of experience.

Where is Whitney Thomas licensed to practice?

Whitney Thomas is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Whitney Thomas accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Whitney Thomas 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 Whitney Thomas offer?

Whitney Thomas offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Whitney Thomas?

Whitney Thomas 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 Whitney Thomas?

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.

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