She is great
Ernestine Tennefos, LPCC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ernestine 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 Ernestine. View 46 reviews
- Great news, Ernestine is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Mexico
Recent reviews
Great listener She is compassionate and understanding
More about Ernestine
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LPCC
I am licensed in New Mexico with 14 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
Licenses
Ernestine Tennefos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1215177589.
- LPCC · New Mexico · CCMH0153271 · Expires September 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 Ernestine Tennefos
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is great
Great listener She is compassionate and understanding
We've only just started but she has been very helpful, and kind.
Ernestine is amazing
Ernie is a great listener and has a lot of practical advice that’s easily applicable to my life.
I’ve had 2 sessions with Ernestine so far, the first was chat and the second was video. I feel comfortable expressing myself to Ernestine. She listens well and makes good recommendations for self-help tools
Ernestine listens intently and makes me feel heard. She gives me practical life advice and has suggested good resources to help in my therapy journey. I'm thankful that she can genuinely relate to a lot of my everyday struggles and I don't feel like she's just reading off of a script when she tells me she understands. Just being able to speak to someone who isn't judging me and gets it has helped me tremendously! I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a good therapist who really cares.
MY therapist is such a great help to me and a true asset to Better Help.
We are just getting to know each other, but it's nice to have someone to listen nd give feedback to my situations as I work through them.
Ernie is a wonderful person! She’s very caring and looks at everything from a Godly perspective! I highly recommend her!
Great person to just vent to. Bless her heart she barely gets a word in.
Ernie is fantastic and very helpful.
Ernestine is kind and her advice has help me so much!
She listens, is empathetic and offers tools for me to use.
I really like Ernie she listens to me and gives great advice and/or strategies. I look forward to our sessions. My favorite part is when she prays with me at the end of each session. Thank you BetterHelp!
Ernestine has listened to my issues, and understands my need for counseling. Giving me several tools to deal.
Ernestine is excellent. She has helped me find calm in a hectic world.
Ernestine is great at what she does. She is competent, kind and caring and non-judgemental. At times, I feel she can read my mind and give just the tools I need to better myself. I highly recommend her to anyone who is struggling.
She is very caring and personable
Amazing,
Knowledgeable and kind! I was nervous to start therapy again because of a bad experience, but she walked me through it and got to know me, and already was able to provide me with some tools. I look forward to continuing our sessions. She seems like a great therapist so far!
Ernestine has been such a blessing in my life and I always appreciate her weekly messages of encouragement and hope. I also benefit greatly from our monthly appointments. Highly recommend her and BetterHelp!
The best therapist for me. A perfect fit.
Wonderful! Very happy with the choice.
Ernestine is kind and understanding!
I’m pleased with how quickly Ms. Tennefo’s put me at ease talking with her. I’m using her relaxation techniques pretty regularly and they are definitely helping. She is a very good match with what I was looking for in a therapist.
Ernestine was wonderful. It was like talking to a friend that had expertise advise.
I very much appreciate Ernestines listening and encouragement!
Kind. Follows up. Contacts me throughout the week with encouraging words. Practical sheets are helpful.
She has been a blessing. A calm that I didn't know that I was needing. She works with me and is uplifting. I know that I have a ways to go and I do believe I was blessed with Ernie for a reason.
Extremely knowledgeable and supportive. She provides a lot of resources and information. She’s wonderful about checking in to see how I am doing.
Ernestine has been wonderful. She is a Christian and leads me and prays for me. I can't say enough about her. I am thankful God placed her in my life at the right time.
Ernestine was such an amazing help. She has been incredibly encouraging and supportive. She provided me with multiple outlets to process my grief and consistently reached out to check in and offer support. She respected my thoughts and believes and was a great listener. I cannot recommend her enough. Incredibly supportive, uplifting, encouraging, and genuinely concerned about my wellbeing.
Very helpful, wonderful therapist. Would recommend 10/10!
She is very uplifting and encouraging. I recommend Ernestine to anyone
She is amazing and so kind. Helping me a lot with working through some struggles I’ve been dealing with.
She has been extremely helpful. given me great insights into the issues I am having.
Thank you for always being here for me and sending messages throughout our sessions. You make me feel like I’m human and cared for :)
She has a calming spirit and is wonderful at listening. Ernestine has helped me with worksheets that coincide with what I’m working on. I feel understood and heard with her. I’d recommend her to anyone looking for a therapist who shares biblical principles.
She's real! Love her!
Ernie is amazing. I felt connexted ans understood almost immediarely. I feel blessed to have her in my life.
Ernie checks in with me a couple times a week, is professional and understanding, and really listens to help me work on myself! 10/10
Awesome experience, definitely should have done this before.
Great! She's always attentive and encouraging! It's been a great experience!
Love her heart for the Lord and how much she cares. Gives great advice and is genuine.
I really appreciate her ability to understand my feelings and give me ideas to understand how to relax.
Frequently asked questions
Does Ernestine Tennefos offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ernestine Tennefos 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 Ernestine Tennefos speak?
Ernestine Tennefos speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ernestine Tennefos have?
Ernestine Tennefos has 15 years of experience.
Where is Ernestine Tennefos licensed to practice?
Ernestine Tennefos is licensed to practice in New Mexico.
Does Ernestine Tennefos accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ernestine Tennefos 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 Ernestine Tennefos offer?
Ernestine Tennefos offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ernestine Tennefos?
Ernestine Tennefos 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 Ernestine Tennefos?
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.