She is very understanding and kind. She listens to my worries and concerns. She has been a big help and support through some rough patches i have been having lately, but Leah has also been a support through the good moments in my life. Leah asks and lets me send her pics of my artwork which is awesome. I have never had a therapist care about my art. Leah responds very quickly when i message her. I have been in and out of therapy for years and I haven't always felt that i could express myself fully but with Leah i feel i can. I couldn't have asked for a better therapist.
Leah Rybakowski
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
Mental health conditions are real, common and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
Leah Rybakowski is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
More about me
Years in Practice: 7 State: Illinois
I am licensed in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self-esteem, confidence and depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will your treatment to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Schedule and Hours
My hours and schedule will vary from time to time but I strive for my clients to have the same appointment time each week. I understand schedules can change, so don’t worry, we can find times that work best for both of us. Sessions are 30-minute or 45-minutes. Please be understanding of time, yours and mine. Sometimes sessions can go over time and I apologize in advance if this happens and will do my best to manage this. I am available to you in many different ways: messaging in the chat in the counseling room, live phone sessions, live chat sessions and live video sessions. I am available for these live sessions once a week for 30-45 minutes. Please let me know your preference of communication or if there are any ways you would not like to communicate. I usually try to respond to messages and requests within 24-hours. I generally try to respond at least once in the morning and once per evening, sometimes more!
**Evening appointments are limited.
**I do not work on Saturday or Sunday. I will respond to messages or requests the following business day.
Consent Forms and Forms
As a client, you will fill out different forms. BetterHelp (or specialty site!) has you fill out a Member Information Form. I have my own consent form that you will have to read, complete and electronically acknowledge. You will do this via chat before scheduling an appointment with me.
Emergency and Crisis Situations
Please remember that BetterHelp (or specialty site!) is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of support. In crisis situations, please call 911 or local emergency services. You can also call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to talk to someone right away!
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.
Try online counseling with Leah Rybakowski
Chat now- Issues
- Stress Anxiety Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Eating disorders Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties ADHD
- Languages Spoken
- English
Services offered
No judgment
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