Mercedes and her professional but also calming demeanor have really helped me through a really hard season. She has given me tools for managing my own difficult emotions and has been able to help me get to the root of them. Her help has enabled me to be a better parent and to manage through feelings of despair and depression. Truly grateful for her listening ear and her expertise.
Mercedes Green, LMFT
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Mercedes 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 Mercedes. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California
Recent reviews
Thank you for assisting me on my journey Mercedes. 2021 wouldn’t have been the same if I didn’t have you on my team. I will continue to apply everything I’ve learned from you in this new year
More about Mercedes
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LMFT
My name is Mercedes D. Green. I have served in the military for over 18 years as Military Police, Platoon Sergeant, Drill Sergeant, and Operations Sergeant. I am currently a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with experience of 3 years in therapeutic services and 12 years in case management services. Over the span of 12-18 years, I have worked directly with institutionalized offenders, trauma survivors, military personnel, adult parents, transitioning adolescents, and adult/child suicidality. I have experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My methods include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Gestalt Therapy. I am currently based in Southern California working with adults and youth in crisis intervention services.
I have a very mindful and empowering counseling style. I am welcoming and empathetic to every client/family/couple. I believe every client/family/couple presents a unique experience and thus requires methods tailored specifically to them. I am flexible and willing to change an approach if growth is not reflected in the measured progress. I believe in listening to the client as the client is the expert on their presented problem.
It is always rewarding to witness a client take the first step towards therapy because the acknowledgment of change is in itself empowering. I look forward to working with you once you are willing to take that first step. Let's place value on your journey towards change.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Coping with life changes
Attachment issues
Codependency
Communication problems
Drug and alcohol addiction
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Multicultural concerns
Self-harm
Self-love
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Mercedes Green's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679071971.
- LMFT · California · 123958 · Expires January 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 Mercedes Green
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mercedes and her professional but also calming demeanor have really helped me through a really hard season. She has given me tools for managing my own difficult emotions and has been able to help me get to the root of them. Her help has enabled me to be a better parent and to manage through feelings of despair and depression. Truly grateful for her listening ear and her expertise.
Thank you for assisting me on my journey Mercedes. 2021 wouldn’t have been the same if I didn’t have you on my team. I will continue to apply everything I’ve learned from you in this new year
I love working with Mercedes. She is patient, kind, understanding, and always willing to meet me where I am while providing the gentle push to help myself get better.
Mercedes has helped me so much in my journey. I’m so glad that I found Betterhelp and was connected with her. I couldn’t ask for a better therapist!
Mercedes is a very thoughtful and engaging therapist. She knows a variety of different therapies that she can use to assist clients based on their situations. Personally, she has made me feel like what I'm going through matters and has been very encouraging and supportive in my time with her. I also appreciate her approach and the practical applications she gives for me to use outside of our sessions.
I would like to say that since I’ve been writing and had my first session with Ms. Green I would say that it helped me see life and myself in a different perspective and that I’ve been receiving many blessings since then. I would say that it’s helped me deal with my children better and feel that much secure about myself and my parenting as a well. It’s also allowed me to build a closer relationship with God as well as many people I’m close to. It’s helped me get an better understanding of why some people may not be able to stick around all the time and why I should always focus on me and my children at all times. It’s helped me leave a toxic situation that wasn’t doing anything but hurting me as well as turned me into a believe as a whole. Since speaking to Ms. Green I was able to build a stronger bond with people I thought were strangers as well as control my anger in a way that I didn’t know was possible. It’s also helped me manage timing a little better as well as be able to forgive my friends and family because I know that even though I needed them they weren’t always able to be there for me and I thank you so much for that and I would most certainly refer her to as many people I’m allowed to.
Frequently asked questions
Does Mercedes Green offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Mercedes Green 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 Mercedes Green speak?
Mercedes Green speaks English.
How many years of experience does Mercedes Green have?
Mercedes Green has 3 years of experience.
Where is Mercedes Green licensed to practice?
Mercedes Green is licensed to practice in California.
Does Mercedes Green accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Mercedes Green 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 Mercedes Green offer?
Mercedes Green offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Mercedes Green?
Mercedes Green 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 Mercedes Green?
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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.