Meghan is a great listener who reminds me of my aunt (a trusted and supportive figure in my life). I feel very comfortable talking to her and she offers helpful feedback with a variety of techniques to try. As someone trying therapy for the first time, I appreciate her patience and helpfulness in finding something that works well for me!
Meghan Howie-Timmel, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Meghan 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 Meghan. View 2 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
I’ve enjoyed working with Meghan Howie-Timmel! Meghan was kind and extremely responsive, and I enjoyed the balance with which she asked questions, listened, suggested exercises/tools, and offered her thoughts. She’s helped me learn some things about myself and has certainly helped me gain new perspective, one that’s helping me find more peace, meaning, and happiness in my day-to-day life.
More about Meghan
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
Greetings. Congratulations on taking this first step. I believe that counseling is one of the greatest gifts you can give to yourself. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois who has worked in healthcare settings for 20 years. I have experience working with persons with chronic illness, grief and loss, as well as anxiety, depression, high risk pregnancy, reproductive issues, parenting, issues of self-worth, life transitions, and compassion fatigue. I am also a certified Nia dance teacher. Nia is a practice that incorporates the healing arts, the martial arts and the dance arts. I like to work from a strengths-based approach utilizing elements of humanistic and positive psychology. I incorporate mindfulness techniques and elements of gentle healing movement as I believe that through movement we find health. I also utilize elements from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to re-pattern habitual behaviors that may no longer serve the individual. Collaboratively, we will explore what emotions come up, begin to access and investigate feelings and learn to nurture self. The work will allow those who are vulnerable to find meaning, purpose, and joy leading to a more harmonious well-balanced daily life.
I look forward to going on this journey with you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fertility issues
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Postpartum depression
Pregnancy and childbirth
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Women's issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Narrative Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
Licenses
Meghan Howie-Timmel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1467063859.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.007951 · Expires November 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 Meghan Howie-Timmel
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Meghan is a great listener who reminds me of my aunt (a trusted and supportive figure in my life). I feel very comfortable talking to her and she offers helpful feedback with a variety of techniques to try. As someone trying therapy for the first time, I appreciate her patience and helpfulness in finding something that works well for me!
I’ve enjoyed working with Meghan Howie-Timmel! Meghan was kind and extremely responsive, and I enjoyed the balance with which she asked questions, listened, suggested exercises/tools, and offered her thoughts. She’s helped me learn some things about myself and has certainly helped me gain new perspective, one that’s helping me find more peace, meaning, and happiness in my day-to-day life.
Frequently asked questions
Does Meghan Howie-Timmel offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Meghan Howie-Timmel 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 Meghan Howie-Timmel speak?
Meghan Howie-Timmel speaks English.
How many years of experience does Meghan Howie-Timmel have?
Meghan Howie-Timmel has 20 years of experience.
Where is Meghan Howie-Timmel licensed to practice?
Meghan Howie-Timmel is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Meghan Howie-Timmel accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Meghan Howie-Timmel 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 Meghan Howie-Timmel offer?
Meghan Howie-Timmel offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Somatic Therapy.
How can I communicate with Meghan Howie-Timmel?
Meghan Howie-Timmel 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 Meghan Howie-Timmel?
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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.