Marie-Pierre was very attentive to my needs and concerns.
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marie-Pierre 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 Marie-Pierre. View 29 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Good listener with great advice, I look forward to our weekly appointments.
More about Marie-Pierre
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
Hello! my name is Marie-Pierre. I’m a native of France. I am bilingual but I have lived my entire adult life in the US. I have also raised a family here and have adult children.
I have a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology, with a Minor in Women’s Studies, and a Master’s in Clinical Psychology.
I have been a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in the state of Illinois since 2003.
Before starting Private Practice, I worked for many years in programs for Chronically Mentally Ill, Chemically Dependent or Dually Diagnosed individuals. These were adults and young adults, men and women both, who, typically, struggled with many other issues as well: chaotic lifestyle or upbringing, traumatic experiences, and often significant health and/or legal problems.
No one needs to reach such extremes before seeking help. Pain and suffering come in different forms and degrees, but all are worthy of attention.
In my private practice I have been seeing clients for issues such as relationships, family, parenting, work, and stages of life (from the newly graduated to the soon to retire...) Anxiety and depression are often present, as may be AOD use. Whether you feel overburdened, isolated, face difficult decisions, or lack support — There is no need to go it alone.
I am Client-Centered in orientation: Establishing a climate in which you feel comfortable and safe, and where trust can develop, is essential to me. But depending on the issues we’re dealing with, I am likely to use a variety of approaches, whether cognitive-behavioral, solution-focused, or perhaps insight-oriented, to help you some resolution.
You are in charge: At a concert, if you were the conductor, holding the baton, and I the instrument, I would follow your lead attentively to help express the music — as many variations are possible. Likewise, in therapy, it is crucial that I attend to you with care and mindfulness. I may be mirror, validator, support, resource... But the course is yours to mark.
Would you tell me no what's going on in your life? Should we get started? Let me accompany you a bit... I would be honored to work with you!
Specialties
Licenses
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568489201.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180005253 · 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, 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 Marie-Pierre Sernatinger
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Marie-Pierre was very attentive to my needs and concerns.
Good listener with great advice, I look forward to our weekly appointments.
She always makes me feel comfortable and understood.
I really feel like Marie listens to me and meets me where I am with building coping mechanisms to manage my grief.
MP, has given me ideas and exercises to help me cope with everyday life, while dealing with traumas I've had bottled up for a long time. With that I appreciate her listening to me and giving me perspectives. Helping me find good qualities and to utilize them.
MP is the kind of therapist I should of had my first time using betterhelp. She constantly challenges me to do better and has me re-evaluate how I handle my thoughts and situations. Not just that but pay attention to the type of environment I'm in and how I can adapt and improve. It's those things I overlooked and doing less overthinking.
Dr Marie is the best. She listens with her heart and expertise, which is so helpful
I love my therapist
Ms MP has shown continuous support and understanding for me. She’s very articulate with her observations and helped me understand myself while I explained my childhood
Marie-Pierre was amazing! I loved my sessions with her and feel happier and healthier after them. Would definitely recommend her to someone else
So far so good! I have only had two sessions but I’m looking forward to our next conversation
MP has a lovely, professional manner and has been responsive and thoughtful to my needs. She has helped me navigate a very difficult season of loss, and continues to aid me in unravelling the complexities of grief.
Marie-Pierre has provided the most accommodating therapy I have ever had. Her engagement and consideration has helped me immensely with being open to the process
Marie has been a wonderful help to me and in just a short amount of time has helped me turn certain negative things in my life towards the positive. 10/10 would recommend!
I found Marie-Pierre to be knowledgeable, friendly, and an effective communicator. I enjoyed speaking with her, found our time helpful, and look forward to speaking with her again.
Ms. Pierre is a such a helpful counselor. She’s gentle, attentive, and understanding. She makes me feel comfortable and I feel that she truly cares about helping me through my struggles and provides helpful support and resources as I need them. I leave each session feeling lighter— I would definitely recommend her as a counselor!
Marie-Pierre is a wonderful counselor and listener who has given me great support during a difficult time. I would recommend her to anyone.
Excellent counselor!!
Marie has been a wonderful counselor, and though I may not always understand the moods I'm going through, she has always been patient and kind with me in figuring them out. She never dismisses my concerns, no matter how small and seemingly irrational. She's been such a pleasure to work with, and I'm so happy BetterHelp connected me to her!
As a first timer in therapy, I’m I so happy and so lucky to have Marie-Pierre Sernatinger as my therapist. She makes me feel very comfortable to express my thoughts and feelings. Talking to her has helped me through this quarantine, and with my relationship with my family and boyfriend. I’m so happy I final went to therapy and so lucky she has been helping me.
I signed up for better help to get some support and was immediately matched with Marie-Pierre! She is so wonderful! She listens to me even through my tears and offers the best advice and solutions to my problems. She even helped me plan a virtual baby shower when I was overwhelmed and stressed. I can’t recommend her enough!
I have had therapist before. Because of my troubles with memory, I missed a few appointments and they dropped me. I thought I was never going to get better. But then I found Marie-Pierre Sernatinger on Betterhelp. And it's great because I can just reach out whenever I feel the need to talk or be heard. Best experience I have had as of late.
Marie is a super kind and comforting listener
Although I have only spoken with Ms. P a few times I can tell she is listening and understanding my concerns with the current climate and how it affects me personally. Looking forward to more sessions and discussions.
M-P is amazing. I am so happy to have someone that clicks and I can talk to. She replies with great tools. I have already recommend Betterhelp to a few people. Thank you! :)
I was a bit skeptical of how BetterHelp may be after having in person therapists a few times in the past. So far Marie-Pierre has gone above and beyond with answering questions and responding well with empathy. Also giving a good amount of insights and sending worksheets to help give better perspective to whatever we may be discussing. A lot of people may think "ew worksheets, sounds like homework", but really it's a way to better engage with your internal dialogue, the things you tell yourself and the way you may view situations. The worksheets are like guidelines that help organize your thoughts and perceptions and I've really appreciated them as well as MP's added guidance and advice on top.
So far I have felt very listened to and her feedback has been highly supported.
Marie has been amazing from the start. She listened to everything that I said without judgement. She offers many techniques and coping mechanisms for my problems. I don’t think I could have been matched with someone better!!
I felt a relief after my first conversation with her. She listened but also tried to understand. She had good advice from scientific studies to share with me afterward. I feel that I was well matched. Thank you.
Frequently asked questions
Does Marie-Pierre Sernatinger offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marie-Pierre Sernatinger 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 Marie-Pierre Sernatinger speak?
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger speaks English.
How many years of experience does Marie-Pierre Sernatinger have?
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger has 15 years of experience.
Where is Marie-Pierre Sernatinger licensed to practice?
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Marie-Pierre Sernatinger accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Marie-Pierre Sernatinger 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 Marie-Pierre Sernatinger?
Marie-Pierre Sernatinger 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 Marie-Pierre Sernatinger?
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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.