Melissa is the best!! I love her so much. With her help and guidance I have grown so much, found a confidence I didn’t know was possible, and life just feels lighter. Thank you for being such a beautiful person.
Melissa McHenry, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Melissa 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 Melissa. View 9 reviews
- Great news, Melissa is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Melissa understands my therapy goals and offers different options to pursue them. She is very good at giving positive constructive feedback to help you grow and implements helpful questions to open your mind about new ways of thinking.
More about Melissa
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
I am licensed in Illinois with 23 years of professional work experience. I have a master's degree in adult psychology and a master's degree in child psychology. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with depression, self-injurious behavior, PTSD and domestic violence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Depression
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Licenses
Melissa McHenry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1225185887.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180005358 · Expires March 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 Melissa McHenry
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Melissa is the best!! I love her so much. With her help and guidance I have grown so much, found a confidence I didn’t know was possible, and life just feels lighter. Thank you for being such a beautiful person.
Melissa understands my therapy goals and offers different options to pursue them. She is very good at giving positive constructive feedback to help you grow and implements helpful questions to open your mind about new ways of thinking.
Melissa has been so helpful to me during a very tough time in my life. With her I’ve been able to get through one of the hardest moments of my life. So grateful for her and BetterHelp.
She cares, Listens, and gives great advice on how to handle situations
Melissa McHenry has been amazing and very good with addressing all of your concerns
I feel so lucky to have been paired with Melissa McHenry. She has helped me reduce my anxiety immensely!!!
Melissa has been a game changer for me. She’s the first therapist I’ve felt deeply connected to and truly understood by. She cares and it shows, she’s dedicated, amazing at what she does, and just an all around wonderful person.
She is kind and understanding. Listens well and is able to help me out ideas into a kind of list manner so I can sort them out. Very respectful and always on time.
Melissa is caring and professional, highly recommended! As well as BetterHelp, way to go to revolutionize the Counseling Industry in the digital age!
Frequently asked questions
Does Melissa McHenry offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Melissa McHenry 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 Melissa McHenry speak?
Melissa McHenry speaks English.
How many years of experience does Melissa McHenry have?
Melissa McHenry has 23 years of experience.
Where is Melissa McHenry licensed to practice?
Melissa McHenry is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Melissa McHenry accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Melissa McHenry 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."
How can I communicate with Melissa McHenry?
Melissa McHenry 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 Melissa McHenry?
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.