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Constance Averill, LMSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Constance 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 Constance. View 29 reviews
Great news, Constance is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Michigan

Recent reviews

She is experience and brings a calm open environment making it easier to open up to discuss those hard things we keep deep down.

Reviewed November 2024

Constance Averill supported me through a difficult period in my life. She helped me see things in perspective and gave me strategies to cope and deal with struggles. She was always compassionate and caring. I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2024

More about Constance

  • 34 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMSW

ABOUT ME

If you are exploring Betterhelp, it is likely that you are wanting to make some changes in your life. Finding the right therapist to help you achieve your goals is important. I want to provide you with information about me that will help you decide if my experience and style is right for you.

I hold a Ph.D., in clinical social work and am dually licensed as both a clinical and macro social worker. I utilize a Strength Perspective (the things you are already good at) and multiple other theoretical perspectives to assist you in achieving your goals.

Healing is a process and requires commitment, compassion, and non-judgment. I am passionate about meeting individuals and couples where they are (which means simply working on the goals you choose) and advocating for my clients. My specialty is working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, stress and trauma (physical, sexual, emotional and medical).

Someone once asked me "How can you work with people in such pain and listen to all the horrible things people have endured". I responded by saying, "Oh, it's not like that! When I meet someone who is seeking counseling, I am meeting someone who has already decided they want a change in their life. I am meeting someone who is stronger than they realize and someone who is willing to share with me their journey of healing and growing. I love watching someone learn about their strengths and seeing them create a life they love and deserve". It's an honor.

SPECIALITIES

Stress

Anxiety

Depression

Trauma (physical, sexual, emotional, medical)

Domestic Violence

Grief and Loss

Couple Counseling

CLINICAL APPROACHES

Person Centered Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Rational Emotive Therapy

Narrative Therapy

Psychodynamic Therapy

Solution Focused Therapy

Trauma Therapy

Strengths Perspective

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Over 30

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Grief Depression Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Abandonment Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Antisocial personality Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Constance Averill's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831338441.

  • LMSW · Michigan · 6801082009 · Expires July 2027

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 Constance Averill

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

Overall rating:

4.5

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Helpful Recommend Confidence Great Healing Safe Support Wonderful Amazing

She is experience and brings a calm open environment making it easier to open up to discuss those hard things we keep deep down.

Reviewed November 2024

Constance Averill supported me through a difficult period in my life. She helped me see things in perspective and gave me strategies to cope and deal with struggles. She was always compassionate and caring. I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed September 2024

Very helpful. Good listener.

Reviewed June 2024

I'm thankful Constance has been my therapist these past few months. She has given me the tools and support to make some difficult decisions, and then to follow through. I greatly value her insight, guidance , and continued support as I continue to "find myself" again.

Reviewed May 2024

Constance is AMAZING. She has helped me so much! I am so thankful for her.

Reviewed March 2024

Constance has been instrumental to me in navigating difficult life situations. She is an excellent listener, kind and personable. She also can direct the conversation in the manner that can benefit the therapy process in an efficient manner. With myself, Constance developed a trusting relationship quickly with myself and help developed my coping skills and instill confidence.

Reviewed January 2024

Constance is awesome. She has been extremely helpful in my journey of navigating difficult relationships. She listens and provides insightful feedback. I also appreciate having tasks to get done before our next session. It makes me feel like I am not only getting the benefit from the sessions, but also working on applying the techniques we discuss.

Reviewed December 2023

Such a wonderful provider, I would recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed December 2023

Constance has helped me develop helpful new perspectives and habits with some things that I went through, her style has been patient and understanding, which has been good for my healing. She also relates personal stories that helped me to broaden my perspectives and I trust that she wants the best for me. She has helped me with making some big breakthroughs in my healing journey, and I can't thank her enough. So grateful to receive help and advice from her.

Reviewed August 2023

She’s a great theraphist. Very understanding and showing tremendous empathy

Reviewed May 2023

As a woman in her early 20's navigating the world and re-learning who she is, I thank Constance's patience in exploring different areas of what make me, me. Constance has a variety of tools she uses including worksheets and short activities that have helped me a lot in exploring who I am.

Reviewed May 2023

Patient and guides in a very safe manner

Reviewed January 2023

Have really enjoyed putting in the work with Constance and have gotten a lot out of our conversations.

Reviewed November 2022

She genuinely cares, is very knowledgeable and offers helpful tools /resources.

Reviewed August 2022

Aloof and up attentive/ unavailable to her clients

Reviewed June 2022

Constance made me feel heard and understood and offered support when i felt Like i had little. I’ve had other therapist through BetterHelp and she was my favorite.

Reviewed June 2022

Very satisfied with my sessions with Constance.

Reviewed April 2022

Constance is a breath of fresh air! I have been looking for a counselor for a couple of years now and no one seemed to be quite the right fit. I love how experienced she is in her field. She is a good listener and is already (I have had two appointments with her) equipping me with tools to use to help me work through some of the issues I wanted help with. I am looking forward to more sessions with Constance as I genuinely believe she is going to help me on my journey of healing and mental wellness.

Reviewed April 2022

Constance is amazing.

Reviewed April 2022

Constance saved my life, truly. She is kind, compassionate, and intelligent. She helped me get through the worst depths of my depression and helped me develop the tools i need to live my life again.

Reviewed March 2022

Constance was an incredible help. She was heartfelt, sincere, and incredibly competent. I will definitely return in the future should an issue come up again.

Reviewed March 2022

Constance is so realistic and empathetic to my thoughts, feelings and concerns. I appreciate the love and light she brings to the conversation. I feel safe, heard, and understood and practical methods to continue on in my life in a healthy way. What a wonderful way to live life with Constance by my side!

Reviewed March 2022

I have seen different therapists at various stages in my life and Constance Averill has proven to be one of the best in truly listening to me and offering sage advice. I feel like my time with her is a gift. I sense that we navigate our ways through the world in similar ways, but she is enough older (read wiser!) than me, so she helps give me essential perspective. Her total presence and very pure desire to help others is felt in every moment of our time together. There is no faking the kindness she brings into the world.

Reviewed December 2021

Constance has been absolutely wonderful in helping me so far on my journey - talking to her has enabled me to help improve my mood and work on previous behaviours for a more positive and progressive personal growth.

Reviewed December 2021

Constance has changed my life in two sessions. I have never felt more safe or at peace, than with Constance. She has more than the qualifications; she cares beyond her requirements. I feel like I have a friend more than anything. She gives me such confidence and strategies to live my life the healthiest I can. Again, only two sessions.

Reviewed December 2021

Constance is very attentive and puts her patients at ease to open up. I appreciated her sharing her stories to make it easier for me to share mine. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with her for the duration of my therapy sessions.

Reviewed November 2021

She is easy to talk to. She makes sure that you know that she understands you and that’s very important in a therapist. She is a good listener and a great friend. She helped me through my trauma more than anyone in my life did.

Reviewed November 2021

I had my first appointment last week. I would recommend Constance. We had a very good conversation about things. I look forward to the next one. The only reason I marked almost confident is because I don't have confidence in anything right now. Not her issue, it's mine.

Reviewed November 2021

Constance is kind, patient, a great listener that also offers good insight and self help books to help navigate certain areas in life. I feel comfortable talking to her and she is easy to open up to. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Constance Averill offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Constance Averill 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 Constance Averill speak?

Constance Averill speaks English.

How many years of experience does Constance Averill have?

Constance Averill has 34 years of experience.

Where is Constance Averill licensed to practice?

Constance Averill is licensed to practice in Michigan.

Does Constance Averill accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Constance Averill 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 Constance Averill offer?

Constance Averill offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Constance Averill?

Constance Averill 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 Constance Averill?

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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