I am a new client with Megan and she is GREAT.
Megan Prior, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Megan 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 Megan. View 11 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
I really feel a connection with her and I’m able to open up to her I can tell by our conversations that she is well rounded with her knowledge and experience I always feel satisfied after our sessions
More about Megan
- 9 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
Everyone needs help sometimes and it takes strength and courage to admit when we are struggling. Seeking support through counseling is a brave step and I am here to assist you in this step by providing resources, strategies and support to help you through whatever difficulty you may be facing. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with 9 years of experience in the mental health field; I am dedicated to supporting you along this counseling journey and want you to know that you are not alone. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, some of which include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, attachment difficulties and parenting problems. I also have extensive experience in working with clients who have experienced and/or been exposed to trauma.
My goal as a therapist is to walk along with you through the counseling process by offering hope, healing, support and interventions to utilize in coping with difficulties and challenges. My therapy approach is supportive, engaging and compassionate. I modify my theoretical orientations specifically to fit each of my clients and utilize an electric approach. I look forward to working with you towards meeting your therapeutic goals. There is no better time than the present to seek help.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Parenting issues
Anger management
Compassion fatigue
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and Foster Care
Antisocial Personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant Personality
Blended Family Issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment Issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Dependent Personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Eating and Food-Related Issues
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
Fertility Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual Disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality Disorders
Phobias
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn
exercise
gambling)
Self-Harm
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Trichotillomania
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Megan Prior's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285246280.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.013080 · 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 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 Megan Prior
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I am a new client with Megan and she is GREAT.
I really feel a connection with her and I’m able to open up to her I can tell by our conversations that she is well rounded with her knowledge and experience I always feel satisfied after our sessions
Great therapist. Really cares. Responsive and caring and helpful.
She is an awesome counselor and I highly recommend her. She is very empathetic, understanding and easy to talk to. She has also helped me stay close to God at times where I felt my weakest and has given me so much insight and sound advice. She was also very attentive which is something I really needed and didn't know it. She has really helped me along one of the toughest seasons in my life. Give her a try!
Nonjudgmental, caring, encouraging, and uplifting. Understands when you don’t feel up to something but will still tell you what you need to think about so someday you can.
Megan is so attentive and easy to talk to! She has made therapy fun and exciting, and always offer me great advice and perspective.
Megan has been so helpful for me this past year since beginning therapy. She’s a wonderful listener and genuinely cares about her clients. Since working with her my anxiety and depression have improved drastically and I’m more motivating and willing to tackle tasks like never before. Any client of Megan’s is so lucky to have her.
Great therapist! She has really helped me through tough decisions and feelings I’ve struggled with and helped me find more confidence in myself.
I had a rough start with better help (trying to get verification pin & therapist selection) but my current therapist is working out much better. Wish the service was a bit more affordable.
I worked with Meagan for a few months and she really helped me work through a lot of things. She was very attentive and caring, always reaching out to check up on me. Would definitely recommend her to anyone seeking therapy.
Megan has been wonderful and is very attentive to me and my primary concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Does Megan Prior offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Megan Prior 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 Megan Prior speak?
Megan Prior speaks English.
How many years of experience does Megan Prior have?
Megan Prior has 9 years of experience.
Where is Megan Prior licensed to practice?
Megan Prior is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Megan Prior accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Megan Prior 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 Megan Prior offer?
Megan Prior offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Megan Prior?
Megan Prior 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 Megan Prior?
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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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.