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Linda Allen, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Linda 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 Linda. View 95 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

She is awesome!!

Reviewed August 2024

Linda has helped me so much. She’s amazing

Reviewed June 2024

More about Linda

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Qualified Supervisor in the

State of Florida. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling from Nova

Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2000. I have 20

years of professional counseling with a wide range of clinical training.

I have been able to assist individuals, couples and/or families deal

with life stressors with a focus on the presenting diagnostic issues:

depression, anxiety, mood, domestic violence, child welfare, dependency,

delinquency, parent/child conflict and trauma issues to name a few. I've

worked as a Foster Care Worker, Child Protective Services Counselor

and Protective Investigator in the State of Florida. I have years of

experience working with the Court System, Educational System and other community providers.

My counseling style is Eclectic Therapy with a primary focus on Client

Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy models. I view myself

as eclectic because my intervention style is based on the assessment

process and what I see from an individualized standpoint is helping the

individual/couple/family achieve their specific needs and achieve success.

I am excited that you and/or your family have made a decision to

identify life issues/stressors and seek help for the concerns that

continue to be unresolved. This is truly tough love when we are able to

hang in there and provide therapeutic support for each other.

I look forward to the journal to success and being BETTER! :)

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Abandonment Adoption and Foster Care Antisocial Personality Attachment issues Blended Family Issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Domestic Violence Emptiness Family of Origin Issues Family Problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and End of Life Counseling Impulsivity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Military and Veterans Issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Postpartum Depression Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-Harm Self-love Sexual Assault and Abuse Sexual Dysfunction Sexuality Women's issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Linda Allen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700371861.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH12627 · Expires March 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Linda Allen

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

Overall rating:

4.5

95 reviews

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She is awesome!!

Reviewed August 2024

Linda has helped me so much. She’s amazing

Reviewed June 2024

Highly recommend Ms.Allen. She is tentative, a listening ear, and loves what she does!

Reviewed June 2024

She is awesome, very authentic and caring. I love meeting with her and feel privileged that I received her as my therapist. Enjoy our visits.

Reviewed June 2024

I’ve only met with Linda twice, but I already feel comfortable with her. She makes me feel seen and relates to me and different issues we have discussed.

Reviewed May 2024

She always gives the best advice and always knows just what to say to make me think deeper

Reviewed May 2024

Ms. Allen is patient, kind, supportive, and an excellent listener. She has helped me a lot, and I greatly appreciate that. She has provided me with great insights and helped me understand my current situation. I live abroad, and although there is a significant time difference, she has been flexible about her schedule. After one session, I knew I was lucky to have been matched with her. Thank you!

Reviewed May 2024

I love this woman. May God bless her and keep her.

Reviewed April 2024

Linda is always here for me, supportive and listens to my ideas and offers suggestions to make things easier and less stressful. She is highly recommended.

Reviewed February 2024

Linda is a wonderful human and I am so happy to have been matched with her! She listens and actively follows up with me, I feel like I get a very big & warm hug whenever we speak.

Reviewed February 2024

I was apprehensive in starting therapy and didn’t know what to expect. Linda was exactly what I needed. She is very good at what she does and has given me tools to help with areas I struggle. Our conversation are wonderful and I have left both sessions feeling better about my situation and with goals to help keep me focused. This has definitely been a WIN for me!

Reviewed January 2024

My therapist Linda is amazing. From the second she got on the video chat I felt so comfortable. I felt like I had known her my whole life. I enjoy the encouraging messages and skills to work on for myself. She's a blessing!

Reviewed January 2024

Linda is caring and insightful.

Reviewed January 2024

Ms. Allen gets to the point in a bubbly way. She listen and talks you through your emotions without over powering opinion or judgement. Yes I would recommend her if you are looking for that mothers touch that you grew up with.

Reviewed January 2024

I love working with Linda!! I have very little experience with therapy/counseling so I was extremely nervous initially, but Linda is so kind and personable, I now always look forward to our sessions!

Reviewed January 2021

Miss Linda is a wonderful ray of light. Consider her your pocket of sunshine on a rainy day. Each session is started with a bright and contagious smile that melts the barrier of disconnection we face in our day to day life. In a world where everyone wants connection but avoids eye contact, Miss Linda is a reminder of the warmth and love that exists within us all. Thank you Miss Linda

Reviewed January 2024

Linda is always honest and supportive. She has been such a blessing to me through a very hard time in my life.

Reviewed December 2023

Linda is understanding and is able to relate to my experiences even the difficult ones. I would recommend her to anyone that is having life struggles. Her friendly demeanor and application of tools is unbeatable. You’re amazing Linda thank you for helping me through a hard season of my life I will be forever grateful!

Reviewed December 2023

Linda is the best !!

Reviewed December 2023

Ms. Linda is such a humorous, kindhearted, and personable therapist. I am so glad I was matched with her! I feel like I’ve been making progress already, and we’ve only just begun our sessions. I feel hopeful knowing I have her in my corner.

Reviewed November 2023

I have been with Linda for about 3 weeks now, and I feel as though I’ve known her my whole life. Like should be a long list Aunty that I always needed. I definitely recommend Linda, she is receptive, understanding. She is truly a listening therapist and absolutely willing to help!

Reviewed November 2023

Linda is sunshine personified, her expertise and advice has been invaluable. Just me working with her has benefited my whole family and life.

Reviewed November 2023

Linda is the best! She has deep experience working with a variety of people, is enthusiastic and a good listener, and consistently shows she wants the best outcome for me. I think she genuinely loves her job. She's good at getting the conversation going, even by using her own stories to share perspective, and helping to steer where it needs to go to bring insight and healing.

Reviewed September 2023

Linda is FANTASTIC!!

Reviewed August 2023

Linda Allen is absolutely amazing, she has this positive contagious energy that lifts my days up at every session. She is truly helping me get better, my first therapist on this platform and I wouldn't change her for anybody else!

Reviewed August 2023

I have had one session with Linda she is warm , compassionate and wise

Reviewed August 2023

Linda has been such a blessing to me in such a hard and dark season of my life.

Reviewed July 2023

Linda is more than a therapist, she is a friend !

Reviewed June 2023

Linda is the best — she is an angel with lots of wisdom and practicality.

Reviewed June 2023

I am very comfortable talking to Dr. Allen. I enjoy our sessions.

Reviewed June 2023

Linda has really helped me held me myself in ways that have been so helpful.

Reviewed June 2023

Linda's is an amazing listener and gives wonderful insight and help.

Reviewed May 2023

Linda Allen has been such a wonderful therapist. She is understanding about the struggles I face and offers compassionate advice that doesn’t reduce or belittle my feelings. The inherent positive nature of each session I have been in has been so helpful in my journey to improve myself despite the negative things that used to hinder my progress. I was so anxious about my first session on this app, but that dissolved so quickly because she is so accepting and encouraging. Linda Allen is honest and kind. She provides great work sheets, as well as other resources that allow me to keep on task for my mental health journey outside of each session. In the past, any therapy I tried was an experience I dreaded every time. I feel so lucky to have been matched with her and look forward to therapy each week.

Reviewed May 2023

She is terrific

Reviewed March 2023

She very understanding, if I met her in person, I would run up to her a hug her. Warm and friendly personality, she's very professional and she makes me laugh.

Reviewed March 2023

Ms. Linda is such a passionate therapist who truly cares. I really appreciate her heart and concern she shows in each session.

Reviewed March 2023

Miss Linda is the best therapist I’ve ever had. She always brings joy into our sessions and reminds me of my heart. She gives me plenty of opportunities to do self work which I appreciate and need. I love Miss Linda and highly recommend her.

Reviewed February 2023

Linda is so patient and kind, with a great sense of humor thrown in. She can be a little talkative, but I really liked her advice and gentleness.

Reviewed January 2023

Linda Allen’s skills, experience, compassion and understanding helped me move forward during one of the most challenging moments. She is a ray of light! I appreciate her sense of humor and lighthearted approach. If you ever need someone who intentionally listens and challenges you to step outside of yourself - she is definitely recommended. Disclaimer: you may get some fun worksheets that will help you further define your concerns and/or address what you may not be aware of… I enjoyed them. Very insightful! FIVE STARS ⭐️ all around! She went above my expectations.

Reviewed January 2023

Simply amazing.

Reviewed January 2023

Love Linda Allen! She is fantastic and would recommend her in a heartbeat!

Reviewed January 2023

I love Miss. Linda !!

Reviewed January 2023

Linda is Amazing! Going on week three and things are looking up for me!

Reviewed January 2023

She is a great listener and breaks down your emotions with examples with her life and others so you can understand better what you are going through and can work on it easier

Reviewed December 2022

Love Linda!!! She’s the best, and always will hear you out on anything you need to talk about! She makes me feel safe to bring up topics I’ve never felt comfortable telling anyone else before. She’s kind, warm, and receptive. She’s the best, completely recommend!

Reviewed December 2022

She’s nice, friendly, high energy, listens, tries to pull you out of your shell, always asks what you think and how you feel about things to figure out the best way to help you with what you want to work on, very flexible and accommodating of irregular or busy schedules so if your life is hectic, it’s ideal. Black lady therapist (excellent) and understanding of lgbtq issues. All around great.

Reviewed November 2022

Meeting Linda is one of the best experiences I ever had in my entire existence. Before starting my therapy sessions with Linda, I had a long history of negative past experiences and felt that I was carrying my past with me as a heavy load. From the first day, I started to experience letting go of the weight by accepting my flaws and taking ownership of my life. It felt relieving, it felt safe. Learning about mechanisms to manage stress and anxiety was essential. Tools and exercises shared during the sessions enabled me to distinctly identify my issues and address them in a more detailed way. The effects are profound and lasting. Linda is soft and gentle, she speaks to the soul. She is indeed a healer. Thank you for bringing my broken pieces together, for making me whole, for igniting energy within my soul, for giving me the strength to rise fiercer, and for putting a smile on my face. Thank you, Linda, thank you Betterhelp

Reviewed November 2022

Linda has a unique way of gently reminding me of what is a priority , myself. I appreciate her input and value her expertise.

Reviewed November 2022

Mrs. Linda Allen is a Godsend. She is extremely funny, smart, awesome personality, Godly women, very informative and much more.

Reviewed November 2022

Amazing therapist

Reviewed September 2022

I love Ms. Linda, she understands me and is so patient with me. She’s also very relatable and her words are like the gospel to me. Very soothing and understanding.

Reviewed September 2022

She is amazing. I love how she uses her own life experiences to open my eyes and help me understand my experiences and why I’m feeling whatever it is I’m going through. I learn more than I anticipate every session, and I can’t express how important it has been to have a therapist with a relationship with Jesus Christ. She just has a way of bringing everything into perspective, and I really appreciate her ability to help me deconstruct my feelings and provide insight into things in a way I can’t. I can’t recommend her enough.

Reviewed September 2022

I love Linda and have recommended her to friends. She is truly an angel!! ❤️

Reviewed September 2022

Linda was great and I felt so comfortable!

Reviewed August 2022

I love her so much ...she is religious and reminds me of how great GOD is every time i speak to her .. she is so calming and supportive and she makes my problem seem very simple with her soft words .. she listens very well and remembers whatever i tell her .. i see light at the end of the tunnel whenever we talk ..she is simply the best ♥️

Reviewed July 2022

She is absolutely amazing,positive, and just what I needed.

Reviewed June 2022

Thank you!

Reviewed June 2022

Mrs. Allen is a super sweet beautiful soul! She makes you feel so special, she’s very motivating and inspiring. I love when she say “ooooookkkkkaaaayyyy! She’s hilarious. I look forward to our calls weekly!

Reviewed June 2022

Miss Linda and very knowledgeable and has been in the field for many years and has a lot of experience. She is funny and very relatable. She has this phone about her that you can receive the money she is giving him. She is very informative as well with other subjects that we have discussed. Thank you so much for making this a easier transition. I look forward to coming out on the other side better than ever before with your help of course. I hope everyone who encounters your spirit is transformed to a better version of themselves. I really do appreciate you!!!

Reviewed June 2022

Linda is amazing!! Her energy contagious and gave me real life examples and tips that were relatable and useful. Thank you Linda!

Reviewed May 2022

Linda is a warm and kind human that I feel comfortable with. She seems to be a knowledgable therapist and I appreciate having her in my life

Reviewed May 2022

I am extremely happy to be working with my therapist, Linda Allen. She’s been a big blessing in my life. I highly recommend her. ❤️

Reviewed May 2022

I really felt comfortable on day one with Linda. I cried and opened myself up to therapy. Never in a million years would I ever think, that I, would be speaking with a therapist about issues that no one knew but God. Well I thank the Lord for Mrs. Linda. I love her, she listens to me, I have homework and we discuss how I feel about my answers. It's just been a blessing. I just completed my first month and will be renewing.

Reviewed May 2022

Linda is kind, funny, and very easy to talk to she provides great responses and insight into relationship problems, trauma, and anxiety. Would reccomend

Reviewed May 2022

Linda is the best therapist I’ve ever had, no exaggeration. She listens and doesn’t judge. She pushes me to achieve my goals without making me feel overwhelmed. I can open up about my past with no judgment.

Reviewed April 2022

Linda, goes out of her way to make a connection with me. She is a great listener and uses examples to connect with me. She is also good at positive reinforcement. She takes good notes and picks up on topics discussed in the past.

Reviewed March 2022

She’s wonderful!!

Reviewed March 2022

Linda is very experienced and offers ways to help with the struggles I’m currently facing. There is no rush nor judgment on her part. She seems to know my exact feelings without me even explaining.

Reviewed February 2022

I love my sessions

Reviewed February 2022

Very Knowledgeable!

Reviewed February 2022

Linda has been able to communicate effectivly with me. offer insights that help targets specific needs

Reviewed February 2022

Linda is extremely understanding and helpful

Reviewed January 2022

So warm and affectionate, sessions feel like you’re chatting with a really supportive friend which helps a lot for hesitant therapy newcomers.

Reviewed January 2022

She's been amazing so far. I might not be alive if it wasn't for her this episode

Reviewed December 2021

Goes above and beyond with scheduling, time spent in session, and replying to messages quickly. She has lots of diverse experience in the mental health field and takes a multi-dimentional approach to patient care. Can be long winded at times, but great therapist. She also has an excellent memory which makes you feel like you don't need to repeat yourself and that you're on the same page.

Reviewed December 2021

Linda is absolutely awesome!! I’ve been working with her for a few months now and I really feel like I have someone in my corner. I always look forward to my sessions with her! She’s a caring and compassionate person, you can definitely feel she wants you to improve and get better. I feel like I’m able to talk to her about whatever I need!

Reviewed December 2021

Linda has been so amazing and a great listener but also someone that challenges me with my issues and talks to me in a way where my issues seem more manageable with the right help. Highly recommend Linda to anyone

Reviewed December 2021

Linda has been an amazing therapist and never judging or scolding. Looking forward to continuing to speak with her

Reviewed December 2021

It could have been a 40 year curse I came to you with, but I can see you light and I know to follow this. Even though it is provoking some very seriously deep rooted issues, I feel safe... that's golden.

Reviewed November 2021

Linda's voice is like an angel,so soothing and motherly.I feel like I am touched by an angel.

Reviewed November 2021

I was paired with Linda and honestly I am extremely happy that I was connected with Linda. I've been to other therapist before and didn't feel like I connected to them, but with Linda, I feel connected. She really takes her time to listen, and guide you through your problems. She also provides worksheets to work on that goes in hand with your current situation and they are helpful. I highly suggest Linda! She is a beautiful soul!

Reviewed November 2021

It has been a. Great experience so far!

Reviewed November 2021

I have worked with many therapists in the past, and never had I felt so seen right from the start. Linda has awarm, beautiful energy that creates the safe space I needed. Thank you Linda!

Reviewed September 2021

Linda is an amazing person and she has very quick and good results!

Reviewed August 2021

Great therapist! Wise advise, good structure, spends well over 30 minutes per session , or as long as necessary. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed August 2021

Linda is absolutely amazing. She takes it as a personal mission to make sure you have the tools need to deal with any situation you made need.

Reviewed July 2021

Linda has helped me develop ways to create coping mechanisms that are realistic and beyond helpful. I can finally breathe a sigh of relief, thanks to Linda. ❤

Reviewed July 2021

Linda, is very professional and at the same time relatable and puts me at ease to open up and discuss my issues. The sound advice provided as well as the worksheets are very helpful to me. After my sessions with Linda I feel as though a load has been lifted, I feel lighter and also a sense of relief.

Reviewed July 2021

Linda is a great counselor I would highly recommend that everyone give her a try she warm heart and listen to your problems and concerns.

Reviewed July 2021

Amazing!

Reviewed June 2021

Linda was extremely compassionate and I learned a lot from her. She was always on point as she understood exactly how I felt. Always replied to my messages and always on time for our sessions. Her advice was extremely helpful as I struggle with a lot of different things . She is a amazing person and I am happy to say it was worth my time and money.

Reviewed June 2021

Linda is an excellent clinician. She has excellent assessments and treatment skills. She is warm, engaging and empathetic. I look forward to seeing her.

Reviewed May 2021

Linda is a very sweet personable woman who truly listens and genuinely wants to help you be the best version of yourself! I would absolutely recommend her

Reviewed May 2021

Relatable and understanding

Reviewed May 2021

Linda has made this experience very comfortable and easy. She is kind, relatable, and offers coping mechanisms that have been a huge help. Highly recommended!

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Linda Allen offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Linda Allen 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 Linda Allen speak?

Linda Allen speaks English.

How many years of experience does Linda Allen have?

Linda Allen has 20 years of experience.

Where is Linda Allen licensed to practice?

Linda Allen is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Linda Allen accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Linda Allen accepts 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 Linda Allen offer?

Linda Allen offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Linda Allen?

Linda Allen 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 Linda Allen?

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