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Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

FSA/HSA accepted
4.7 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Nathaniel. View 23 reviews
Great news, Nathaniel is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Indiana, Virginia, and 3 more

Recent reviews

Nathan is very responsive and follows up on our conversations with guides and materials I can look through. I appreciate that he reaches out when we have weeks between sessions to ensure things are well and to remind me that he is here to help!

Reviewed February 2026

I always appreciate Nathan’s insight and support. Truly couldn’t ask for a better therapist!!

Reviewed February 2026

More about Nathaniel

  • 14 years' experience
  • Male
  • LCSW, LCSW-C

NAVIGATING LIFE, CAREER, AND IDENTITY WITH CONFIDENCE

Life often leaves us feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of our next step. Whether you are navigating the pressures of a demanding career, exploring your identity, or simply trying to find balance in a chaotic world, you do not have to carry that weight alone.

A SAFE, INCLUSIVE SPACE TO HEAL

As a licensed therapist in VA, MD, OR, IN, and PA with over a decade of experience, I am deeply committed to creating an affirming environment for individuals of all backgrounds and identities. My practice is a judgment-free zone where we move beyond "just venting" to focus on real, tangible change.

MY SPECIALTIES & AREAS OF FOCUS

Career & Life Transitions: Managing workplace burnout, stress, and professional growth.

Identity & Self-Esteem: A supportive space for exploring sexuality, gender, and personal values.

Emotional Resilience: Practical strategies for depression, anxiety, and navigating social challenges.

Trauma & Recovery: Healing from past trauma and breaking unhealthy cycles to reclaim your sense of self.

MY APPROACH AND STYLE

I work collaboratively to help you build practical strategies and insights that you can use immediately. My goal is to help you move from simply managing your days to living an authentic, empowered life. I incorporate evidence-based concepts into treatment while remaining flexible to your unique needs.

If you are ready to move from managing to thriving, I invite you to schedule a session. Let's start building your path forward.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Addictions LGBT Issues Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self-esteem Bipolar disorder Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Avoidant personality BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Blended family issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues First responder issues Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame HIV / AIDS Hospice and end-of-life counseling Immigration issues Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sex addiction Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia
  • BCBS Federal Employee Program
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Systemic Therapy

Licenses

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174787782.

  • LCSW · Indiana · 34005577A · Renews April 2026
  • LCSW · Virginia · 0904018302 · Renews June 2026
  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW017595 · Renews February 2027
  • LCSW-C · Maryland · 33038 · Renews October 2027
  • LCSW · Oregon · L16452 · Renews December 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 Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.7

23 reviews

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Nathan is very responsive and follows up on our conversations with guides and materials I can look through. I appreciate that he reaches out when we have weeks between sessions to ensure things are well and to remind me that he is here to help!

Reviewed February 2026

I always appreciate Nathan’s insight and support. Truly couldn’t ask for a better therapist!!

Reviewed February 2026

Nathan is so caring and understanding. He has helped my relationship with my partner as well as my relationship with myself. He is so professional and one of the best therapists I’ve ever had. I am so thankful for him. I enjoy the meditation videos he sends and his responses to my journals. He’s an all around, wonderful therapist.

Reviewed February 2026

I always feel uplifted after every session with Nathan!

Reviewed February 2026

Excellent therapist who knows exactly how to treat my mind. I’ve been able to overcome so much in so little time thanks to him! Anyone would be lucky to have him as a therapist!

Reviewed February 2026

I appreciate how much Nathan is willing to listen and offer advice on every topic I bring up. My ADHD causes me to go on a spiral but Nathan is always bringing it back haha. He gives me hope that I’ll get through all of this and that I’m not broken or alone

Reviewed January 2026

Fantastic experience for me.

Reviewed January 2026

Nathan is solid! A calm and confident presence. Listens well and engages in conversation fluidly. Has a good grasp of the issues being discussed.

Reviewed December 2025

This guy gets it. He can be as broad or as laser focused as needed and he's always insightful. His ability to not just listen but tell me when I'm wrong and redirect me. Without making me feel like an ass is perfect for my communication style. He's really been super helpful.

Reviewed December 2025

I really connect with Nathan, he is a great listener and is very knowledgeable about the issues I am dealing with. He offers tangible solutions to the problems and feelings I am having. He gives great real world examples of how I can apply changes to my daily life and take small steps forward each day. It took me years to find a therapist I could really connect with and Nathan is a god send, he has already helped me improve myself and my marriage so much. I always feel better after I talk to him.

Reviewed December 2025

Nathan has been great so far. He made me feel at ease during the first session. And he makes me think. He doesn’t just tell me things. He engages. Awesome man.

Reviewed December 2025

Nathan definitely knows his stuff. He is a very good listener, has a great demeanor for a therapist and it’s very intelligent. I feel very comfortable working with him! I’ve only seen him a couple of times but so far 10 out of 10!! I plan to continue seeing him indefinitely. I’m glad we got matched! he seems to have a great understanding of my needs and we are hopefully going to figure out how to navigate my concerns and figure out how to move forward!!! Thank you better help!

Reviewed November 2025

He's great, I couldn't have asked for a better person to help me.

Reviewed November 2025

Nathan is the best therapist I ever had! He helped me out of the darkest moment in my life! He was very respectful and tentative to my needs, he was always just a click away when I needed him! He is truly a life savior! I highly recommend!

Reviewed November 2025

Nathan is an amazing therapist. I highly recommend him.

Reviewed November 2025

Amazing and very understanding. I feel heard and helped.

I have been going through a really tough time with my wife and Nathen has really helped me cope with some the issues I've been having and has guided me to be able to make the hard decisions that I have had to make. I would highly recommend him

I was never a strong believer in therapy. When I started this journey to grow as a person, Nathan made me a believer in therapy. Not only does he listen to you, but the fact that he can give you feedback about what you're speaking of and even provides you with information to on topics to look at on your is much needed. This guy really knows his stuff and would recommend him as a therapist to anyone in need.

It’s been a very positive experience

Nathaniel is a bright light. He is encouraging and provides support and resources that help me navigate through the challenges I bring to him. He is easy to connect with.

I’m very grateful for Nathan he is amazing and has helped me so much! If it wasn’t for him idk where I would be in my life right now!

Very responsive and listens very well

Nathan has been incredibly insightful into the issues and outcomes I am trying to achieve for myself and for my marriage while in therapy. He really takes the time to listen and asks great thought provoking questions that make me want to do the work and get through whatever I am facing. I have had other therapists and Nathan has been the best by far, I feel like he really understands me.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed 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 Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed speak?

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed speaks English.

How many years of experience does Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed have?

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed has 14 years of experience.

Where is Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed licensed to practice?

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed is licensed to practice in Indiana, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Oregon.

Does Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.

Does Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed accept insurance?

Yes, Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Indiana, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield Virginia, BCBS Federal Employee Program, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed 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 Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed offer?

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and Systemic Therapy.

How can I communicate with Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed?

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed 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 Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed?

Just tap the BOOK 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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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