Dr. Justin Lerner, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Justin is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
More about Justin
- 3 years' experience
- Male
- LCSW
I moved to Seattle in 2017 after spending the previous ten years on the East Coast in New York City and Washington, DC. I grew up in Omaha, Nebraska as a Jewish gay kid who always felt “out of place” in a community where these identities were largely invisible. I also lost my mother to cancer at the tender age of 16 while attempting to accept my gay identity. As a therapist, these experiences have helped me develop resiliency and to better understand how oppressive systems can create feelings of loneliness, isolation, despair, and hopelessness.
My approach includes Internal Family Systems (IFS), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), EMDR, psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), relational cultural therapy, and incorporating somatics. Regardless of the modality, I always integrate an anti-oppressive and social justice lens centered in cultural humility.
Engaging in social justice and anti-oppressive work is a lifelong process. Rather than attempting to achieve “cultural competence,” I strive to embody cultural humility. A cultural humility approach centers you as the expert of your own experience and recognizes the power imbalances that come from both our privileged and historically marginalized identities.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Somatic Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Dr. Justin Lerner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1790336956.
- LCSW · New York · 089380-01 · Expires August 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Justin Lerner offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Justin Lerner 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 Dr. Justin Lerner speak?
Dr. Justin Lerner speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Justin Lerner have?
Dr. Justin Lerner has 3 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Justin Lerner licensed to practice?
Dr. Justin Lerner is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Dr. Justin Lerner accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Justin Lerner 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 Dr. Justin Lerner offer?
Dr. Justin Lerner offers clients Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Somatic Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Dr. Justin Lerner?
Dr. Justin Lerner 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 Dr. Justin Lerner?
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.