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PhD Dr. Gail Masterson

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

Dr. Gail Masterson is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

More about me

Licensing: PhD Years in Practice: 25 State: North Carolina

Are you finding it difficult to navigate these uncertain times or feel that you’ve lost your way? Are you on your path, but progress is thwarted by circumstances not of your own making or beyond your control?

Sometimes muddling through is the best any of us can do or expect of ourselves. Perhaps the uncertainty we are all facing is a blessing in disguise, because with uncertainty comes opportunity. If you’d like to explore what opportunities you have to find your footing or get things moving, sharing your story is the first step.

With over 25 years experience practicing psychotherapy and having gone where I didn’t know I was going, I understand life’s challenges and the possibility for a more creative and meaningful life by venturing into unknown territory. My belief is that you know what you need to do to improve your life and with coaching and questioning you are capable of finding the best solutions.

I have my BA in Humanities, MA in Marriage Family Therapy, PhD in Psychology, and am licensed in California as a Marriage Family Therapist. I have had extensive experience with teletherapy, having worked with David Viscott, MD, one of the first psychotherapists to have a nationally syndicated talk radio show, who had clients from all over the country call into the Viscott Center for Natural Therapy where our approach was brief solution oriented therapy. I also had extended, in-depth psychotherapy as part of my training and beyond because of my interest in exploring the self. I’m familiar and comfortable with both short and longer term therapy. I’ve worked with couples, families, and individuals ranging from teenage years to older adults at the end of their lives.

I understand taking the first step can be difficult. I also know you can start before you’re ready! I’m here to listen, encourage, support, and collaborate with you until the correct path becomes clear.

About online counseling

Online counseling allows you to receive care from an online mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

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Issues
Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Depression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD
Languages Spoken
English

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Professional, confidential, and judgment-free

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Reviews for Dr. Gail Masterson

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Gail's great!

C.H.·May 23, 2022

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Gail has been extremely helpful in the short amount of time I’ve worked with her. It’s been nice to talk through things that have been on my mind for awhile and work through upcoming changes that are happening in my life. She is very understanding and a great listener.

M.I.·Oct 26, 2021

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Gail is an awesome therapist. She understands me and sends me applicable articles about stuff we have talked about and what I need to work on or am curious about in terms of my mental health. She has a warm and patient personality and does a good job understanding my views and where I'm coming from with my experiences. It is easy to communicate with her through messaging and video/calls. Highly recommend overall!

C.J.·Apr 08, 2021

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Gail has been a fantastic resource and easy to relate to. She is able to quickly tailor our sessions to my requests, helping me move in a positive direction.

L.A.·Feb 11, 2021

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Gail is very open to what I need help with. Staying in touch between sessions is a big help.

C.H.·Feb 02, 2021

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, Dr. Gail Masterson offers counseling online

  • 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.