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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

She is great

Reviewed November 2024

Great listener She is compassionate and understanding

Reviewed November 2024

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

Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes

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:

4.5

46 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Wonderful Amazing Encouraging Helpful Listens Caring Helped Supportive

She is great

Reviewed November 2024

Great listener She is compassionate and understanding

Reviewed November 2024

We've only just started but she has been very helpful, and kind.

Reviewed November 2024

Ernestine is amazing

Reviewed November 2024

Ernie is a great listener and has a lot of practical advice that’s easily applicable to my life.

Reviewed November 2024

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

Reviewed November 2024

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.

Reviewed November 2024

MY therapist is such a great help to me and a true asset to Better Help.

Reviewed September 2024

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.

Reviewed September 2024

Ernie is a wonderful person! She’s very caring and looks at everything from a Godly perspective! I highly recommend her!

Reviewed July 2024

Great person to just vent to. Bless her heart she barely gets a word in.

Reviewed July 2024

Ernie is fantastic and very helpful.

Reviewed July 2024

Ernestine is kind and her advice has help me so much!

Reviewed July 2024

She listens, is empathetic and offers tools for me to use.

Reviewed June 2024

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!

Reviewed June 2024

Ernestine has listened to my issues, and understands my need for counseling. Giving me several tools to deal.

Reviewed June 2024

Ernestine is excellent. She has helped me find calm in a hectic world.

Reviewed June 2024

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.

Reviewed April 2024

She is very caring and personable

Reviewed April 2024

Amazing,

Reviewed April 2024

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!

Reviewed April 2024

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!

Reviewed April 2024

The best therapist for me. A perfect fit.

Reviewed March 2024

Wonderful! Very happy with the choice.

Reviewed March 2024

Ernestine is kind and understanding!

Reviewed February 2024

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.

Reviewed January 2024

Ernestine was wonderful. It was like talking to a friend that had expertise advise.

Reviewed January 2024

I very much appreciate Ernestines listening and encouragement!

Reviewed December 2023

Kind. Follows up. Contacts me throughout the week with encouraging words. Practical sheets are helpful.

Reviewed November 2023

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.

Reviewed May 2023

Extremely knowledgeable and supportive. She provides a lot of resources and information. She’s wonderful about checking in to see how I am doing.

Reviewed December 2023

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.

Reviewed December 2023

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.

Reviewed November 2023

Very helpful, wonderful therapist. Would recommend 10/10!

Reviewed September 2023

She is very uplifting and encouraging. I recommend Ernestine to anyone

Reviewed September 2023

She is amazing and so kind. Helping me a lot with working through some struggles I’ve been dealing with.

Reviewed September 2023

She has been extremely helpful. given me great insights into the issues I am having.

Reviewed August 2023

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 :)

Reviewed August 2023

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.

Reviewed July 2023

She's real! Love her!

Reviewed July 2023

Ernie is amazing. I felt connexted ans understood almost immediarely. I feel blessed to have her in my life.

Reviewed July 2023

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

Reviewed December 2022

Awesome experience, definitely should have done this before.

Reviewed November 2022

Great! She's always attentive and encouraging! It's been a great experience!

Reviewed September 2022

Love her heart for the Lord and how much she cares. Gives great advice and is genuine.

Reviewed August 2022

I really appreciate her ability to understand my feelings and give me ideas to understand how to relax.

Reviewed June 2022

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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.