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Renee Kerns, LCMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Renee 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 Renee. View 12 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina

Recent reviews

Very Understanding, great listener, ask great questions and gives you tools and goals to help you with your therapy

Reviewed November 2024

Renee is a great listener and asks thoughtful questions that have helped formulate what I need in my future relationships. I feel comfortable and safe in our appointments, she has been a tremendous help.

Reviewed August 2024

More about Renee

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCMHC

I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina. I have over 13 years of experience working as a counselor and over 18 years of experience as a social worker. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, behavioral issues, parenting issues, ADHD, relationship issues, career difficulties, grief, loss, and bereavement.

Whether you just need someone to talk to or need assistance with a specific problem or concern, we can work together to meet your needs. My goal is to establish a therapeutic relationship that is not only respectful and compassionate, but also productive and enlightening. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, and psychoeducational therapy. We will work together to explore problems and concerns, and develop goals to address those problems.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Anger management Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Domestic violence Family problems Forgiveness Money and financial issues Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Renee Kerns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477883940.

  • LCMHC · North Carolina · 7713 · Expires June 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 Renee Kerns

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

Overall rating:

4.5

12 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Attentive Comfortable Excellent Helped Thoughtful Understanding Great listener Confidence Easy

Very Understanding, great listener, ask great questions and gives you tools and goals to help you with your therapy

Reviewed November 2024

Renee is a great listener and asks thoughtful questions that have helped formulate what I need in my future relationships. I feel comfortable and safe in our appointments, she has been a tremendous help.

Reviewed August 2024

Renee was prompt, attentive, thoughtful, and professional. She was easy to get to know, always made me feel comfortable, non judgmental, and an excellent listener. Her delivery was genuine, and skill set appropriate and helpful.

Reviewed November 2023

When I first sought therapy with Better Help, I had gone through a series of rejections in my job search. My confidence and motivation had plummeted. Renee's support has been consistent and comforting for me, and she has helped me to see that my inherent traits and experiences that I perceived as handicaps were actually strengths that I can own (and in some cases even showcase to prospective employers). She also believes in me consistently, which is important especially when I feel burnt out and start to doubt that I'm on the right path!

Reviewed September 2022

She is really helping me on this journey of healing. I am very glad to have her!

Reviewed August 2022

Very understanding, incomprehensibly intelligent, i trust her.

Reviewed July 2022

I’ve enjoyed my meetings with Renee. She attentive and listens to all details. Feels like you’re having a conversation with a friend and that’s great!

Reviewed July 2022

She is a compassionate listener. I look forward to speaking with Renee each week. It really does feel better to just have someone listen.

Reviewed March 2022

Renee makes me feel seen and heard (even over the telephone or messaging

Reviewed March 2022

Renee Kerns is an excellent listener and gives great advice. I feel as if I am truly being heard.

Reviewed February 2022

Ms. Kern’s is fantastic. She has been a big help to me.

Reviewed February 2022

Renee has been a great help. She is quick to respond and understand my concerns. Renee has offered lots of tips to help me communicate and express my feelings and encouragement in my journey.

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Renee Kerns offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Renee Kerns 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 Renee Kerns speak?

Renee Kerns speaks English.

How many years of experience does Renee Kerns have?

Renee Kerns has 13 years of experience.

Where is Renee Kerns licensed to practice?

Renee Kerns is licensed to practice in North Carolina.

Does Renee Kerns accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Renee Kerns 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 Renee Kerns offer?

Renee Kerns offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Renee Kerns?

Renee Kerns 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 Renee Kerns?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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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.