I love Bethany. She gets me and understands me. She is always able to get me back on the right track and I'm a better head space. I always feel my best after my sessions with her. She's amazing!
Bethany Porter, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Bethany is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.8 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Bethany. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois and Michigan
Recent reviews
I am so grateful for Bethany. She has made therapy feel like a safe space and a nonjudgmental zone. She talks me through many issues I struggle with and offers great insight and helps me. She has changed my life for the better and for that I am forever grateful.
More about Bethany
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW, LMSW
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Illinois. I have worked with clients with various concerns including anxiety, depression, emotional and physical trauma, family conflict, and attention disorders such as ADHD. I have significant experience in adoption and foster care related issues as well. I have worked in group therapy, individual psychotherapy as well as working in community services.
I am a strengths focused counselor which means I focus on what you naturally do well at and help you build on those strengths to reach your goals. Your goals are important to the healing process and together we will create a plan to help you identify what is most important to you. I meet each of my clients where they are at and provide a safe space to explore what you need for better mental and emotional health. This is YOUR journey and you have strengths inside of YOU that will propel you forward to find peace of mind, true happiness and contentment inside of you.
I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy however there are other modalities that I am familiar with and will implement them when it best fits the client. Life can be tough but I believe there is always hope for a better future. I am excited to go on this journey with you and watch you excel in your mental and emotional health!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Bethany Porter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174102891.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.023108 · Expires November 2025
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801116636 · Expires September 2026
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 allows you to receive care from a 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.
Reviews for Bethany Porter
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I love Bethany. She gets me and understands me. She is always able to get me back on the right track and I'm a better head space. I always feel my best after my sessions with her. She's amazing!
I am so grateful for Bethany. She has made therapy feel like a safe space and a nonjudgmental zone. She talks me through many issues I struggle with and offers great insight and helps me. She has changed my life for the better and for that I am forever grateful.
She is very lovely!!
Bethany has been very professional and also very approachable. I thought it would be much harder for me to feel safe opening up, but I felt that way almost instantly. I am early on in my sessions with her, but feel I'll learn the tools I need to improve and grow into a better me. I'm very glad I chose to start this program! I never realized how much I was holding in all my life until I have really started to peel back my layers! I have already started to really look forward to the next scheduled sessions with her as I was and am very overwhelmed with what life is surrounding me with in this phase of life. Thank you!
Bethany really helps me focus upon issues that are important to me, often before I realize she's guiding me toward something I need to address or acknowledge. I've been meeting with her for only a few months but have made amazing progress during that time. She is tremendously insightful.
Great listener, great advice, comforting, and everything else you’d want in a therapist.
I love my sessions with Bethany. She always helps me process my thoughts, rationalize my fears, and get my mind back on the right track.
Bethany has helped me grow so much over the last few months! Her approach to therapy has been very positive and encouraged me to feel empowered and grow my self worth. Her demeanour makes her very easy to talk to and be open with. I cannot stress enough for grateful I am to have been able to work with her.
Bethany is a great listener and addresses my needs/concerns in thoughtful and helpful manner. Very happy with our sessions.
The progress that I've made is almost unbelievable. She's helped me work through some really difficult and stressful times, and I've come out on top of them! I'm so grateful to her. She's amazing
Bethany has been incredibly helpful in the few sessions I've had with her so far. I'm already seeing improvements in the way I deal with anxious thoughts!
After a few classes with Bethany I have already seen a huge improvement. Highly recommend her!
Frequently asked questions
Does Bethany Porter offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Bethany Porter 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 Bethany Porter speak?
Bethany Porter speaks English.
How many years of experience does Bethany Porter have?
Bethany Porter has 7 years of experience.
Where is Bethany Porter licensed to practice?
Bethany Porter is licensed to practice in Illinois and Michigan.
Does Bethany Porter accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Bethany Porter 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 Bethany Porter offer?
Bethany Porter offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Bethany Porter?
Bethany Porter 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 Bethany Porter?
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.