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Victoria McDaniel-Tracy, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Victoria 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 Victoria. View 37 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Oklahoma, South Carolina, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Vickie is understanding and easy to talk to!

Reviewed April 2022

Vickie and I haven't been working together for very long yet. Only about a week or so. However I am pleased with her knowledge and expertise and I am confident she will be able to help me reach my therapy goals.

Reviewed January 2022

More about Victoria

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LISW-CP

Welcome to Better Help! You've taken a huge step, and I'm sure you're wondering how this works and whether it's the right fit for you.

My name is Vickie McDaniel, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Oklahoma. I am also a Licensed Independent Social Worker for the state of South Carolina. I earned my Master of Social Work degree from the University of Oklahoma in 2011. I've worked in many different settings with individuals and families who have a variety of personal issues such as depression/anxiety, stress, family problems, trauma/abuse, eating disorders, relationships/parenting and the grief and loss of people or of their pet. As a clinician, my experience has taught me that the most important aspect of counseling by far is the connection and comfort you feel with the person you choose to share your personal struggles. I believe we can all grow through challenging experiences by increasing our self-awareness, self-esteem, positive thinking, and problem solving techniques. Sometimes another person, one who isn't in our immediate circle, can offer a perspective or additional support, that gives us movement on a difficult situation when we feel stuck. It would be my privilege to be that person for you. We all want to be able to share our personal truths and be accepted and understood. I believe it's very important to be open-minded and non-judgmental when someone shares their personal story or experiences with me. Our relationship with our self and others has worth and is useful to explore in counseling.

You are welcome to message me anytime through Better Help. The frequency with which you can have access to a counselor to work through day to day emotions and problem solving is extremely beneficial for most and a nice change from traditional outpatient counseling. I usually check messages twice each day, seven days per week. I offer messaging, live chat and phone sessions with limited availability in the evenings and weekends. Please note that what you see in my calendar may not reflect my only availability so you always want to check with me through messaging first.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Control issues Divorce and separation Domestic violence Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1427393669.

  • LCSW · Oklahoma · 4834 · Expires December 2024
  • LISW-CP · South Carolina · 14147 · Expires December 2024
  • LCSW · Arkansas · 12232-C · Expires October 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 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 Victoria McDaniel-Tracy

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

Overall rating:

5.0

37 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Listens Understanding Easy Recommend Understand Confident The best Great listener Easy to talk

Vickie is understanding and easy to talk to!

Reviewed April 2022

Vickie and I haven't been working together for very long yet. Only about a week or so. However I am pleased with her knowledge and expertise and I am confident she will be able to help me reach my therapy goals.

Reviewed January 2022

She is so kind and understanding! I feel like she really listens to me and empathizes with my struggles.

Reviewed November 2023

She is great

Reviewed May 2023

Vickie is so helpful and so easy to talk to, like talking to a friend. It’s still very early in my therapy journey, and it’s always been difficult for me to talk about feelings and my personal life. Vickie has been very patient and doesn’t pressure me if I’m uncomfortable. She’s great at showing me different ways of looking at situations that I never would have considered before. I’m confident that I’m going to have a lot of success working with her!

Reviewed April 2023

Vickie has been there for me through lots of different challenges and transitions over the last year. She supports me but challenges me when I need it. I never feel judged when I’m talking to her, and I feel like she just gets me! I’m so glad we were matched together!

Reviewed March 2023

Vickie has been my therapist for almost a year now. I continue to be impressed by her efficacy and professionalism

Reviewed March 2023

Vickie Listens. She makes me feel heard and validates my feelings. I'm so thankful to have been matched with her!

Reviewed March 2023

Vickie is the best, she listens to me and understand my fears and concerns. I so greatly appreciate her.

Reviewed April 2023

I love that Mrs.McDaniel is my therapist. She really listens to me and addresses my concerns.

Reviewed January 2023

Had low expectations for doing therapy for the first time, and she set the bar insanely high for anyone that may follow.

Reviewed November 2022

Vickie, is a kind listener who really hears you. I get the feeling that she is interested in my story and invested in my success, which hasn’t always been my experience with therapist over the years. I enjoy her hands on approach, she will share her professional opinion as a guide into helping you create your own active plan… Hard to put into words but a couple of sessions with Vickie and I am confident you will understand and agree. Highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2022

She’s alway sweet, understanding, and supportive.

Reviewed November 2022

Vickie is professional, knowledgeable, attentive, and an absolute pleasure to work with. She plainly understands her job and has been instrumental in helping me on my mental health journey. I couldn't be happier to have been matched with her through betterhelp

Reviewed November 2022

She’s absolutely amazing for anyone recovering from narcissistic abuse. 10/10 recommend Vickie.

Reviewed November 2022

Vickie is an excellent therapist. She is kind and compassionate and gave me valuable tools and advice. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2022

I think she’s great. Vickie listens and makes me laugh when I need one. She very easy to talk to and I’m really glad y’all matched me with her.

Reviewed August 2022

I really like Vickie! She listens and offers great advice and techniques to help improve mental health.

Reviewed August 2022

Although we have just begun on this journey! I look forward to my sessions as I’m eager to learn & obtain the necessary tools to overcome my problem. Mrs. Vicky is a great listener and has been very compassionate.

Reviewed August 2022

Vickie has made it easy for me to feel ok about being open. I was very nervous to start therapy and she has made this a wonderful experience. I’m so glad I was matched with her!!

Reviewed August 2022

Mrs.McDaniel is very compassionate and understanding.

Reviewed August 2022

I've been working with Vickie for a couple of months and she is absolutely wonderful! She is a great listener and has provided such a wonderfully safe space for me.

Reviewed August 2022

Vickie really listens

Reviewed August 2022

I value Vickie's advice and look forward to our sessions more than my in person therapist.

Reviewed August 2022

First therapist I signed up with on here did not make me feel great. Meaning I sent the first introductory message with questions and just got back a "I look forward to speaking with you". Vickie, on the other hand, had fantastic introductory questionnaires that really made me feel like we could hit the ground running with our first call. She was also very quick to respond to messages. Fantastic.

Reviewed July 2022

Great lady! She is kind, caring and listens! She has helped me tremendously in my life <3

Reviewed July 2022

Vickie McDaniels is a therapist I can trust with my concerns and aperson that does not make judgements on you in a negative way. She's there to help and that's just what I needed. I'm grateful for betterhelp for giving me this opportunity to receive this type of help via phone. Thanks.

Reviewed July 2022

She ish highly recommended, she understand your needs and she is also a great listener

Reviewed July 2022

I am very pleased with Vickie she has made me feel very comfortable. I am very happy to have her as my Therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

She has proven herself to be very personable while maintaining professionalism. Absolutely the best I've ever had the pleasure of being helped by

Reviewed May 2022

Mrs. Vickie is the best! Very understanding and listens very well!

Reviewed May 2022

Vicki is attentive, warm and directive without telling me what to do. She’s competent and I highly recommend her!

Reviewed May 2022

I love how she lets u talk and she can understand what ur saying and she gives u go steps to go about things . I feel alot better since I have talked to her

Reviewed May 2022

Vickie is so thoughtful and insightful. She really gets to the heart of what you're dealing with and looks for alternative ways for you to respond and grow. She is such a gem.

Reviewed May 2022

Vickie is incredible.

Reviewed March 2022

She’s amazing. That’s it. She just is.

Reviewed March 2022

Vickie has been very engaged and I appreciate her for checking in with me during the times between our sessions.

Reviewed February 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Victoria McDaniel-Tracy offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Victoria McDaniel-Tracy 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 Victoria McDaniel-Tracy speak?

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy speaks English.

How many years of experience does Victoria McDaniel-Tracy have?

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy has 13 years of experience.

Where is Victoria McDaniel-Tracy licensed to practice?

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy is licensed to practice in Oklahoma, South Carolina, and Arkansas.

Does Victoria McDaniel-Tracy accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Victoria McDaniel-Tracy 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 Victoria McDaniel-Tracy offer?

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Victoria McDaniel-Tracy?

Victoria McDaniel-Tracy 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 Victoria McDaniel-Tracy?

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.