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Merry Walensa, LPCC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Merry 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 Merry. View 23 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

Merry Walensa is such an amazing therapist. The amount of resources and information she has provided to me is priceless. Ms. Walensa checks in with me and sends videos and tools frequently. I feel like she is very attentive and interested in my concerns and is always providing helpful information to help better myself. I strongly recommend Ms. Walensa.

Reviewed July 2024

Merry understands where I'm coming from and provides excellent support.

Reviewed April 2024

More about Merry

  • 17 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPCC

I am licensed in California with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients cope with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career planning and/or difficulties on the job. I also have experience working with coping with life changes.

I do integrative work including spirituality, related to the psychological-philosophical work often referred to as existential theory, that is inclusive.

I create for ALL my clients a space that is an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.

It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards making change. I am here to support & empower you on this journey.

Please note: that ALL new clients need to sign up for a VIDEO appointment FIRST before a phone or chat may be used.For new comers. I also highly recommend keeping your appointments and cancelling by giving advanced notices when ever possible.

I appreciate that COURTEOUS. Thank you.

Specialties

Relationship issues Grief Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Chronic pain, illness, and disability Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Divorce and separation Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Money and financial issues Postpartum depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Visually impaired Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Merry Walensa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457820821.

  • LPCC · California · 322 · Expires December 2024

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 Merry Walensa

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

Overall rating:

4.5

23 reviews

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Merry Walensa is such an amazing therapist. The amount of resources and information she has provided to me is priceless. Ms. Walensa checks in with me and sends videos and tools frequently. I feel like she is very attentive and interested in my concerns and is always providing helpful information to help better myself. I strongly recommend Ms. Walensa.

Reviewed July 2024

Merry understands where I'm coming from and provides excellent support.

Reviewed April 2024

She is amazing, kind and compassionate. Felt comfortable voicing my concerns. Response was empowering and helped in resolution and positive outlook to move forward in life. Enjoyable sessions.

Reviewed March 2024

Merry is very good at what she does. She is the first therapist I have had where I look forward to the sessions as I don't see them as a time to work through issues but to find calm and reason in my thoughts regarding my issues. I am truly making progress with her and am very thankful.

Reviewed March 2024

Extremely compassionate, insightful, and unbiased. I’m only a couple sessions in and she has already made such a positive impact.

Reviewed March 2024

Merry was very informative and gave me some great coping skills and suggestions for what I need at this time in my life. Highly recommend.

Reviewed March 2024

I appreciate Merry very much

Reviewed January 2024

Merry has a plethora of good advice and helpful tips to relax and meditate. She is very kind and nurturing.

Reviewed November 2023

Merry has been easy to work with and was easy to speak to, she had thought me how to navigate through emotions and feelings. Truly grateful!

Reviewed July 2023

Mary is wonderful and has helped with many approaches to help with my anxiety. Every session was very helpful.

Reviewed March 2023

Merry is a very compassionate, dedicated, and skilled therapist. You can tell she truly enjoys what she does and has such great expertise . If you need support on your journey she’s a great pick.

Reviewed March 2023

Merry is the best! So grateful to have her on my team.

Reviewed April 2023

Merry is an amazing therapist and is very easy to talk to. I am 100% satisfied with her style and I had a great experience with.

Reviewed January 2023

Merry is wonderful, I felt heard, seen, listened to in our first session. She challenged me and is very caring and compassionate.

Reviewed January 2023

Merry understands my concerns and provides resources for me to use in between our sessions. She is fantastic!

Reviewed December 2022

Merry is kind and caring and makes me feel heard. I have had nothing but the best experience with her on the app!

Reviewed December 2022

She’s extremely nice and easy to talk to!

Reviewed November 2022

Merry has helped me in too many ways to count. Our sessions are always filled with helpful insights and actionable tips that I use every day.

Reviewed November 2022

merry is a very caring person who listens to my concerns

Reviewed November 2022

Very knowledgeable about current psychology and neuroscience research. Great listener and considerate when suggesting solutions.

Reviewed November 2022

I feel so blessed to have Merry Walensa as my counselor. I look forward to our meetings

Reviewed September 2022

Merry is very helpful gives you tools and lots of examples to help you.

Reviewed August 2022

First session was very productive

Reviewed August 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Merry Walensa offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Merry Walensa 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 Merry Walensa speak?

Merry Walensa speaks English.

How many years of experience does Merry Walensa have?

Merry Walensa has 17 years of experience.

Where is Merry Walensa licensed to practice?

Merry Walensa is licensed to practice in California.

Does Merry Walensa accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Merry Walensa 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 Merry Walensa offer?

Merry Walensa offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Merry Walensa?

Merry Walensa 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 Merry Walensa?

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.

And recovery is possible.

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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.