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Judy McLaughlin, LCMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Judy 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 Judy. View 39 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in North Carolina and Maine

Recent reviews

Judy is a light in this world and we are so lucky to have her on this platform!

Reviewed February 2024

Judy is amazing she has been my counselour for 2 years now, and I am so grateful for this journey we have been on! I highly reccomend her!

Reviewed January 2021

More about Judy

  • 29 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCMHC, LCPC

Hi, I am Judy. I am so excited about the opportunity to support you here on betterhelp. I have worked as a therapist for over 23 years with experience in individual and family therapy. I have experience working in the mental health field. I have worked in a broad range of clinical issues. I have the most experience working with anxiety, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anger management, family conflict, relationship conflicts, and complex trauma/abuse. I also have experience working with depression, intellectual/developmental disabilities, mild autism, and substance abuse issues.

I use a person-centered, holistic, eclectic approach in treatment, meaning I begin where you are and focus the treatment approached to your needs while ensuring the therapeutic relationship is built to impact the best possible outcome for your counseling experience. I primarily use evidence based techniques including cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling. However, I do incorporate more other approaches to counseling as well. I would describe my counseling approach client focused and supportive, but I am ready to help you tackle the obstacles you face in the most direct way possible. Together we can work on establishing goals and steps for you to help overcome your current problems. Living your best life is like preparing for a marathon, not a sprint. If you are looking for quick fixes, I am not the best counselor to work with. I believe in taking time and working on wellness slowly, holistically, and consistently. Just as physical health takes time and consistency, so does mental health! I look forward to helping you in any way I can!

I truly value the therapeutic relationship and hope to help guide you through the concerns and issues that you are facing. I believe that the most important part of therapy is a trusting relationship with a goal oriented focus I look forward to getting to know you and exploring options and opportunities together.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Addictions LGBT Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Attachment issues Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Midlife crisis Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Judy McLaughlin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134349129.

  • LCMHC · North Carolina · 923 · Expires June 2026
  • LCPC · Maine · CC6789 · Expires August 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Judy McLaughlin

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

Overall rating:

4.5

39 reviews

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Clients mention: Helpful Understanding Comfortable Great Helped Listens Guidance Recommend Supportive Wonderful

Judy is a light in this world and we are so lucky to have her on this platform!

Reviewed February 2024

Judy is amazing she has been my counselour for 2 years now, and I am so grateful for this journey we have been on! I highly reccomend her!

Reviewed January 2021

Judy was always responsive, understanding and her input was helpful.

Reviewed May 2020

She has been very understanding and helpful so far.

Reviewed January 2020

She’s wonderful, and patient, as I’m the one that struggles to open up sometimes...but like today, and I knew I was sliding down a slippery slope, reaching out helped balance the terrain...

Reviewed May 2019

I appreciate how concerned and genuine she seems. She is flexible and understanding. I feel really comfortable and safe to express my true feelings and thoughts with her.

Reviewed March 2019

Awesome

Reviewed February 2019

Always listens to understand. Supportive, challenges me to think and stick to my wellness and self care goals. Helped me with grief and loss and always cares for everyone.

Reviewed September 2023

She’s been so understanding, compassionate, and felt like a true friend to talk to.

Reviewed June 2023

BetterHelp and Judy are my saving graces. Customer service is phenomenal and having sessions with Judy is so comforting. It’s a session but it feels like I’m catching a friend up on what’s been happening. She makes you feel seen, heard, respected, and appreciated.

Reviewed April 2023

Talking to Judy is my favorite part of my week. I know it is a therapy session but she makes you feel so comfortable as if you’re chatting with a friend.

Reviewed December 2022

I love Judy! We’ve only had a couple of sessions so far but I’ve already learned so much about myself and have been given the tools to overcome my obstacles!

Reviewed September 2022

Judy is my guardian angel I love her so much. She really truly is the best therapist I’ve ever had. I will not be letting her go

Reviewed August 2022

She is a great therapist…period!

Reviewed August 2022

My therapist listens to me. Really listens and helps me from my spiraling out of control thoughts. Helps me see things from different angles and walks me through each step. Very helpful and kind.

Reviewed June 2022

This therapist is patient. She makes practical suggestions for problems. She reinforces positive statements I noticed.

Reviewed May 2022

Sheaves me feel heard and is very supportive, I just haven't experienced receiving tools and guidance with what I'm dealing with like I expect to. I feel like I'm venting and getting someone to hear me but not really digging deeper or being giving new practices that would help me.

Reviewed April 2022

Judy has helped my navigate my ADHD, anxiety and self confidence immensely in the past three months. Her nurturing and kind approach makes her very easy to talk to, and her solutions and guidance have helped me tackle obstacles at work and at home. Judy’s way of speaking about anxiety and our work to improve my anxious thoughts have changed the game for me.

Reviewed February 2022

I’ve never had a therapist that feels like a best friend until I met Judy. She makes you feel comfortable in your most vulnerable moments. She makes you feel seen and heard. Judy is the first therapist I’ve been wanting to continue to meet with.

Reviewed February 2022

Judy is an amazing therapist! She is very empathetic and attentive to my needs in making suggestions that will help in improving my life. Her passion for what she does has made my experience, as her client, more rewarding.

Reviewed December 2021

Judy is so helpful! She has such a loving and kind presence and I feel so comfortable sharing my needs and concerns with her. I feel like I have grown so much already with the short time that I've had with her and I cannot wait to see how much my perspective will continue to shift and change the more I work with her. I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you for all you do Judy! :)

Reviewed December 2021

Judy is so easy to talk to and listens very well. She goes in depth about something no matter how big or small. She wants to dedicate time to you to make sure you feel like you’re getting the help you need and deserve.

Reviewed November 2021

Judy is exceptional and has coached me through some very difficult times. Very much appreciate her expertise and friendliness!

Reviewed February 2021

Judy is wonderful at what she does! She has been kind, caring, understanding and truly supportive, while helping me to navigate through so many things during a very challenging year of my life. Since beginning therapy with her, I feel so much better prepared to take on any new issues that arise while also working to process/move forward from the past. I am incredibly thankful for all of the guidance I have received from Judy over the past few months, and I can’t wait to see the continued growth showing up for myself in therapy will bring.

Reviewed November 2020

My experience with Ms McLaughlin has been really good. She’s very encouraging and helpful. She does good with guiding me in the right directions and with helping me come up with ways to try to improve my life and to try to resolve different conflicts that come up. I’d definitely recommend if you have past traumas or even a personality disorder.

Reviewed November 2020

Since I have started talking with Judy she has helped me in so many ways. She makes me feel very comfortable talking about myself and sharing my thoughts without judgement. She is thoughtful and gives me great exercises to help me think through problems and understand myself better. I appreciate her presence in my life and would recommend her to anyone in need of someone to talk to.

Reviewed September 2020

I would recommend Judy for anyone who’s been through a trauma. She is very kind gentle and understanding. She is never judge mental. She is very easy to talk to. It gives me great comfort and helps me so much through my healing process just to know that she’s there.

Reviewed May 2020

She’s awesome and truly cares for other humans!!

Reviewed May 2020

I've only been speaking with Judy for a couple weeks, but she seems intelligent and caring and professional. Therapy is a very new thing for me so I don't really know how to rate or review it. As of now though, I have been very pleased with my experience.

Reviewed May 2020

She’s very helpful and provides various tips on any situation.

Reviewed April 2020

Judy is kind and helpful and I very much appreciate her help.

Reviewed March 2020

Extremely professional. I have not been online much but she checked in anyway. Guilt free.

Reviewed March 2020

She is wonderful!! Just trust me!

Reviewed February 2020

Judy is very helpful! She listens t my concerns and helps me work through them.

Reviewed February 2020

Judy is conscientious about following up quickly and always communicates in a way that shows that she cares. I appreciate her kind and thoughtful suggestions and guidance for me. She’s been a great help as I navigate this rough patch in life.

Reviewed December 2019

I can tell just from a few sessions that this provider is going to help me reach my therapeutic goals. She is clearly experienced and knows what she's doing.

Reviewed November 2019

I have been working with Judy for a few months now and she has been wonderful. Very supportive and kind.

Reviewed November 2019

Judy is a good listener. She also has thoughtful, helpful advice for dealing with all parts of my counseling needs. I like her approach and our proposed plan of action.

Reviewed May 2019

Great and responsive

Reviewed February 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Judy McLaughlin offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Judy McLaughlin 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 Judy McLaughlin speak?

Judy McLaughlin speaks English.

How many years of experience does Judy McLaughlin have?

Judy McLaughlin has 29 years of experience.

Where is Judy McLaughlin licensed to practice?

Judy McLaughlin is licensed to practice in North Carolina and Maine.

Does Judy McLaughlin accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Judy McLaughlin 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 Judy McLaughlin offer?

Judy McLaughlin offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Judy McLaughlin?

Judy McLaughlin 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 Judy McLaughlin?

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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