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MSW, LCSW Bethany Porter

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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

More about me

Licensing: MSW, LCSW Years in Practice: 7 State: Illinois

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!

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. Ranging from $60 to $90 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 Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Coping with life changes ADHD Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Self esteem Career difficulties Depression
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English

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Reviews for Bethany Porter

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She is very lovely!!

Apr 28, 2021

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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!

Jun 16, 2023

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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.

Mar 09, 2023

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Great listener, great advice, comforting, and everything else you’d want in a therapist.

Sep 13, 2022

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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.

K.E.·Apr 30, 2022

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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.

A.L.·Apr 23, 2022

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Bethany is a great listener and addresses my needs/concerns in thoughtful and helpful manner. Very happy with our sessions.

A.N.·Dec 06, 2021

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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

A.S.·Dec 01, 2021

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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!

A.S.·Jul 21, 2021

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After a few classes with Bethany I have already seen a huge improvement. Highly recommend her!

S.A.·Apr 30, 2021

Benefits

Affordable, convenient, and accessible, Bethany Porter 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.