Tracy is intelligent, kind, and very good at listening. She’s a rather active listener, which is great, and Tracy helps me pick apart the underlying issues based on what I’ve said/written.
Tracy Rider, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Tracy is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Tracy. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Tracey is a very astute, intuitive and compassionate therapist. She engendered a high degree of trust. I got a lot from our sessions. I have only had to discontinue for economic reasons and hope to continue with her in the future when my circumstances improve. I highly recommend her.
More about Tracy
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Welcome! Thank you for your interest in working with me at Betterhelp. I’d like to take a few moments to introduce myself so that you can better decide whether you and I will be a good fit for working together as you pursue your goals.
I am licensed in New York with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger management, & motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
I am trained and certified with EMDRIA as a certified EMDR specialist. I have received a post-graduate degree in trauma and dissociation, and I am trained in clinical hypnosis through the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I am very grounded in systems thinking and recognize that a change in one area of our lives changes all areas of our lives. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS).
Even before graduating from Regent University with my MA in CMHC, I worked as a volunteer counseling paraprofessional for 8 years with the United States Army serving our veterans and their families. My BA in theology from NBC also enabled me to serve in a pastoral counseling role in the civilian world.
All of this experience, along with a 30+ years marriage, raising children, thriving despite a chronic illness, and facing life in general, informs my counseling and coaching practice.
Life coaching provided an opportunity for me to continue offering personal growth support to others through an empathic and informed interpersonal engagement process, while also allowing me the ability to be mobile. My program at iNLP is accredited by the largest and most reputable coaching regulatory system- the International Coaching Federation, as well as by the National Board for Certified Counselors, a mental health credentialing body.
Although a surprise to me at first, I have fallen in love with the coaching process. Client empowerment was always huge for me as a counselor and my stance was to never offer advice but to believe in my client’s own ability to co-create a plan to address mental health challenges. Coaching has enabled me to take this client-empowered stance even more seriously through the process it utilizes, whether in a coaching or counseling setting.
Logistical Information about services I offer through BetterHelp: As we work together, it is important that you understand that we will do the majority of our contact through our scheduled sessions, and much less through chat. I work part-time ( Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays) here at BetterHelp, I will respond as soon as possible, on those days, to messages I receive. I am certain you can appreciate the necessity of a healthy work-life balance, and this is one way I guard my own wellbeing.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Attachment issues
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Guilt and shame
Life purpose
Narcissism
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Women's issues
Licenses
Tracy Rider's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174068183.
- LMHC · New York · 007933 · Expires June 2025
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 Tracy Rider
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Tracy is intelligent, kind, and very good at listening. She’s a rather active listener, which is great, and Tracy helps me pick apart the underlying issues based on what I’ve said/written.
Tracey is a very astute, intuitive and compassionate therapist. She engendered a high degree of trust. I got a lot from our sessions. I have only had to discontinue for economic reasons and hope to continue with her in the future when my circumstances improve. I highly recommend her.
Frequently asked questions
Does Tracy Rider offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Tracy Rider 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 Tracy Rider speak?
Tracy Rider speaks English.
How many years of experience does Tracy Rider have?
Tracy Rider has 9 years of experience.
Where is Tracy Rider licensed to practice?
Tracy Rider is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Tracy Rider accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Tracy Rider 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."
How can I communicate with Tracy Rider?
Tracy Rider 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 Tracy Rider?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
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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.