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Malissa Monaghan, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Malissa 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 Malissa. View 9 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

I was scared of therapy before I joined, and then I met Malissa and everything changed for the better. I have been with Malissa for exactly 1 year. She changed my life, and I am so grateful to have met someone who is best suited for me here! A caring person who is not biased and really helped me work through my own issues that I was nervous to face. She is amazing!

Reviewed March 2023

Malissa is just great. She changed my life for the better and makes me feel like I matter as a person. She helps me realize that the issues that I go through are very normal and that I'm on the right path to bettering myself and my mental health all together.

Reviewed November 2022

More about Malissa

  • 25 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

Welcome to BetterHelp, I am so happy you are here! My name is Malissa Monaghan and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York with over 20 years experience in the mental health and counseling field. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, and families around issues of depression, stress and anxiety, behavioral concerns, parenting, relationships/family issues, coping with grief and loss, adjustment/transitions, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence. During sessions, you can expect compassion and understanding, it is my goal to provide a safe space that is gentle, collaborative, and direct, in order to help you better understand and find a solution to current or long-standing challenges through a trauma sensitive approach. I look forward to supporting and guiding you on your journey to improved mental health.

I am available for chat, email, and phone/video sessions.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Autism and Asperger Syndrome Co-morbidity Communication problems Control issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Guilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Malissa Monaghan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386855526.

  • LMHC · New York · 000217 · Expires March 2027

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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Malissa Monaghan

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

Overall rating:

5.0

9 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Amazing Easy Helping Anxiety Wonderful Changed my life Caring Comfortable Fantastic

I was scared of therapy before I joined, and then I met Malissa and everything changed for the better. I have been with Malissa for exactly 1 year. She changed my life, and I am so grateful to have met someone who is best suited for me here! A caring person who is not biased and really helped me work through my own issues that I was nervous to face. She is amazing!

Reviewed March 2023

Malissa is just great. She changed my life for the better and makes me feel like I matter as a person. She helps me realize that the issues that I go through are very normal and that I'm on the right path to bettering myself and my mental health all together.

Reviewed November 2022

I was lost even with the other therapist I was using. But with Malissa I have already had a couple breakthroughs.

Reviewed September 2022

I started seeing Malissa in March, It's now July and she has helped me so much. I trust her expertise, and what she tells me. She got me to understand myself more and trust the process of life. I deal with anxiety, jealousy and silly scenarios that are not real. She has started to make me feel a little more grounded but the steps are not easy. It sure does help having her guide me in the right direction because only I can actually do the leg work, she has helped me to get there. She's amazing, and I couldn't imagine not having her as my therapist.

Reviewed July 2022

Malissa is a wonderful, bubbly therapist and always brightens my day no matter how distressed I am feeling. She is able to intelligently and tactfully frame things and help gain valuable outsider’s perspective on things. A wonderful therapist !

Reviewed July 2022

Prior to working with Malissa i tried two other therapists on this platform and was very frustrated with my experiences. Malissa has not only made up for their shortcomings in a short amount of time but she has made me forget about those experiences entirely because she is so amazing. She is genuinely interested in helping you and will provide a very keen insight into your day to day life. After speaking with her a few minutes you can tell she is very experienced and well versed in this field. I only wish I was matched with her sooner. Her personality shines and it honestly feels like I’m chatting with a friend not a therapist. Despite what daily issues may be bothering me i always enjoy our conversations because she makes therapy fun!

Reviewed April 2022

Malissa is the sweetest therapist ever. Not only is she trying to make you feel comfortable, she points out stuff you don't realize you say and then helps you get to the root of the problem. I have and still am dealing with Anxiety but she has taught me steps on how to apply it to my everyday life. It's not an easy journey but it helps having a therapist be in your corner. I accidently clicked the disagree button when i meant to click agree because she's the best and she really is helping me improve to a better place mentally. None of this is easy but with time and practice, it gets easier.

Reviewed March 2022

Malissa has been fantastic and pivotal in helping me view my struggles in a new light. She has been very supportive and tremendously helpful.

Reviewed March 2022

Malissa is a bubbly yet deeply insightful therapist who is the cheerleader and accountability coach I didn’t even know I needed. She is reassuring, hashes out your thoughts, and responds to messages in a thoughtful, compassionate manner. She has helped me so much in such a short amount of time !

Reviewed March 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Malissa Monaghan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Malissa Monaghan 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 Malissa Monaghan speak?

Malissa Monaghan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Malissa Monaghan have?

Malissa Monaghan has 25 years of experience.

Where is Malissa Monaghan licensed to practice?

Malissa Monaghan is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Malissa Monaghan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Malissa Monaghan 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 Malissa Monaghan offer?

Malissa Monaghan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Malissa Monaghan?

Malissa Monaghan 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 Malissa Monaghan?

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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