Dr. Deaton has helped me tremendously over the past year!
Dr. Jennifer Deaton, LCMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jennifer 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 Jennifer. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina
Recent reviews
She has been so helpful since we were paired a month ago! She’s very understanding, tentative, and overall a wonderful counselor. I would recommend her to anyone!
More about Jennifer
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCMHC
I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina with a Ph.D. in Counselor Education. My background is working with couples and families experiencing life changes and transitions. These transitions and changes may include (but not limited to) grief and loss, interrelationship issues, depression, and anxiety. Through this work, I am able to work on an individual basis or collaborate with other family members to support practices of open and emotion-focused communication.
My work with clients begins with developing a working relationship together so that we may collaborate and meet your goals. You know you best. I am simply here to support navigating hardship, redirecting difficult thoughts and feelings, and guide healthy lifestyle changes. But the working relationship must come first. In this process, I have found my clients are most successful when we work together on a reoccurring basis. This is your time set aside to work on the most important person in your life - you.
Finding a counselor that is the right fit can be a hard process but it is essential to create change and support your goals. Let's start there and work together. Looking forward to hearing from you!
*Please note that my name has changed to Jennifer McAvoy on my license but prefer to maintain Jennifer Deaton professionally. Although, my clients are welcome to call me Jen.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Licenses
Dr. Jennifer Deaton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629444542.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 11708 · Expires June 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 Dr. Jennifer Deaton
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Dr. Deaton has helped me tremendously over the past year!
She has been so helpful since we were paired a month ago! She’s very understanding, tentative, and overall a wonderful counselor. I would recommend her to anyone!
I love working with Jennifer. I feel as though she really understands where I am coming from and steers me in the right direction. There’s always great advice in ways I wouldn’t normally predict.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Jennifer Deaton offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer Deaton 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 Dr. Jennifer Deaton speak?
Dr. Jennifer Deaton speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jennifer Deaton have?
Dr. Jennifer Deaton has 9 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Jennifer Deaton licensed to practice?
Dr. Jennifer Deaton is licensed to practice in North Carolina.
Does Dr. Jennifer Deaton accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Jennifer Deaton 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 Dr. Jennifer Deaton?
Dr. Jennifer Deaton 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 Dr. Jennifer Deaton?
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.
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.