Great job
Prof. Elaine Walker, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Prof. is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Prof.. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Massachusetts
Recent reviews
She is nothing short of a miracle worker. She maintains her personal humanity and the therapy hat while being patient, insightful and knowledgeable.
More about Prof.
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Thoughtful, creative counseling to nurture your natural strengths and help you discover and resolve whatever is holding you back from living a more satisfying, fulfilling life.
I am Elaine Walker, licensed mental health counselor, lic. # 3917, practicing in Massachusetts as well as through tele-therapy (online or on phone).
I worked for 25 years as director of a Fountain House model clubhouse, helping adults with serious and persistent mental illnesses and retiring from that role a few years ago.
I currently am a senior adjunct at Cambridge College, helping graduate students to develop the skills needed to become awesome therapists. In addition, I maintain a small private practice providing psychotherapy to individuals throughout the week.
I raised two wonderful daughters as a single mother, and as that role required lees and less time and attention, I discovered that creating art, reading, and gardening required more. I think that my essential purpose in life is now to create a better world, by listening carefully to one client at a time. And then contemplating what will be the best ways to aid this person to overcome obstacles and meet their goals. And then actively taking steps to make that happen.
Each client is unique and therefore each way of working with that person is also unique. The theories I draw most upon are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person Centered, Existential, Motivational Interviewing and Adlerian.
The types of issues that are brought to me are about difficulties with relationships, with mood and motivation, with fears and anxieties, with loneliness and loss, and sometimes just a pervasive dissatisfaction with life that is hard to understand or articulate.
I seek to understand and for you to understand as well, then get to work on facilitating change.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Coaching
Addictions
LGBT
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hoarding
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Prof. Elaine Walker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629678222.
- LMHC · Massachusetts · 3917 · Expires December 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, 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 Prof. Elaine Walker
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great job
She is nothing short of a miracle worker. She maintains her personal humanity and the therapy hat while being patient, insightful and knowledgeable.
She’s the best!
She listens provides insight that may not be apparent to you.
Prof Walker does a great job of listening to my concerns and does a great job of accepting me where I am without judgment.
Skilled clinician and a lovely person!
Prof. Walker is extremely easy to talk with. Such a professional but makes you feel like you are speaking with a friend that will not judge.
Professor Walker is a very compassionate listener. She really tunes In to hear what your saying and what your not and she offers solid, helpful suggestions.
She is really good, listens and understands the problem
Prof.Walker is very kind and understanding. She listens to me very patiently and provides me goals to help me overcome my situation. She also checks with me every now and then to ensure that I am doing better. I am completely happy with the service.
Very Professional therapist with high levels of skills.
She’s awesome!! Super helpful and compassionate :))
Frequently asked questions
Does Prof. Elaine Walker offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Prof. Elaine Walker 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 Prof. Elaine Walker speak?
Prof. Elaine Walker speaks English.
How many years of experience does Prof. Elaine Walker have?
Prof. Elaine Walker has 20 years of experience.
Where is Prof. Elaine Walker licensed to practice?
Prof. Elaine Walker is licensed to practice in Massachusetts.
Does Prof. Elaine Walker accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Prof. Elaine Walker 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 Prof. Elaine Walker offer?
Prof. Elaine Walker offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Prof. Elaine Walker?
Prof. Elaine Walker 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 Prof. Elaine Walker?
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.
And recovery is possible.
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.