Vicki is a great therapist and coach. She has helped me through a lot of difficult situations and with her help I have set up important boundaries and techniques to protect myself and to help me deal with difficult situations with my family or at work.
Vicki Hart, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Vicki is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Vicki. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in California and New Mexico
Recent reviews
Vicki Hart is the best therapist I've ever encountered. With her knowledgeable and kind guidance I have experienced tremendous personal growth in areas that have been holding me back for decades. I highly recommend Vicki.
More about Vicki
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Hello!
My name is Vicki, and I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), executive coach, and management consultant. I began my career in the Neuropsychology Department at Baylor College of Medicine where I conducted cognitive tests for patients with memory impairments. Over the next 15 years, I held progressively responsible clinical and management positions in medical research centers, hospitals, and community settings, working with individuals and families. We focused on managing stress, relaxation techniques, and coping with aging parents, as well as caregiver stress, grief, and loss. I taught Stress Management for 8 years and have specialized training in palliative care, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, and support for suicide loss survivors.
My cross-cultural experience includes living and working in Japan, Singapore, and Germany for 7 years. Along the way, I had the opportunity to establish and provide counseling services to help military personnel and their families living on Army bases overseas, focusing on stress and PTSD. While living in Singapore, I provided community education, counseling, and post-hospitalization aftercare to support the social and emotional well-being of individuals and families.
I am dedicated to continuous individual change and professional growth, which provides the focus of my coaching. I believe that executive coaching is the most effective approach to stimulate self-awareness, behavior change, and growth for professionals at all levels in their career. I base my coaching work on tying coaching goals to clear business outcomes. Through feedback, questions, challenges, and discernment, I help my clients to see possibilities, make plans, and take action to reach their goals. I am a published and credentialed executive coach.
I love to help. And I welcome a conversation with you! We can explore your concerns, struggles, challenges, and goals - and map a path forward to more calm, peace, and fulfillment.
NOTE: I work with clients in California, New Mexico and internationally.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Anger management
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Vicki Hart's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740859065.
- LCSW · California · 14354 · Expires August 2025
- LCSW · New Mexico · SWB-2023-0242 · Expires July 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 Vicki Hart
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Vicki is a great therapist and coach. She has helped me through a lot of difficult situations and with her help I have set up important boundaries and techniques to protect myself and to help me deal with difficult situations with my family or at work.
Vicki Hart is the best therapist I've ever encountered. With her knowledgeable and kind guidance I have experienced tremendous personal growth in areas that have been holding me back for decades. I highly recommend Vicki.
Vicki is such an empathic listener, I can highly recommend her to anyone who wants to be heard and needs tailored therapy to their specific needs!
Vicky Hart is a great listener, she hears what im saying and then helps me figure out how to deal with difficult situations or problems. I always feel like she understand me and how I feel and responds accordingly. Furthermore she reads up on topics to be able to help me better and celebrates with me when something positiv happens. Overall, I am very happy with her as my therapist.
Vicki has been such a huge help for me. She truly listens, and lets me speak freely, without judgment. She is so compassionate and kind, but also finds a way to help me see what I need to improve on, without making me feel bad. I am so happy to have connected with her .
Frequently asked questions
Does Vicki Hart offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Vicki Hart 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 Vicki Hart speak?
Vicki Hart speaks English.
How many years of experience does Vicki Hart have?
Vicki Hart has 17 years of experience.
Where is Vicki Hart licensed to practice?
Vicki Hart is licensed to practice in California and New Mexico.
Does Vicki Hart accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Vicki Hart accepts 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 Vicki Hart offer?
Vicki Hart offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Vicki Hart?
Vicki Hart 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 Vicki Hart?
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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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.