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Monica Cowan, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Monica 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 Monica. View 27 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Oregon

Recent reviews

I am warming up to online therapy. Many people gain more insights into others by nonverbal communication. I suspect this aids both the therapist and the client. Practicality is difficulty finding affordable in person (and affordable) therapy in my community. Monica appears empathetic and capable to work with me on my issues, and good quality video technology captures some nonverbal communication I value.

Reviewed November 2024

Monica has been extremely helpful and is a great listener. She has helped me identify problems/solutions just by allowing me to talk. I feel validated every time we meet. She is also great at asking the right questions that allow me to understand why I'm feeling the way I am. These issues that seemed insurmountable not too long ago now appear to have an end in sight. I'm truly grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed September 2024

More about Monica

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

I am licensed in Oregon with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties, coping with life changes, & executive and professional coaching. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Specialties

Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Coaching Compassion fatigue Stress Anxiety Family conflicts Grief Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management ADHD Aging and geriatric issues Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Divorce and separation Fertility issues Hospice and end-of-life counseling Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Multicultural concerns Postpartum depression Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Visually impaired Workplace issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Monica Cowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1528463049.

  • LPC · Oregon · C3547 · Expires April 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 Monica Cowan

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

Overall rating:

4.5

27 reviews

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I am warming up to online therapy. Many people gain more insights into others by nonverbal communication. I suspect this aids both the therapist and the client. Practicality is difficulty finding affordable in person (and affordable) therapy in my community. Monica appears empathetic and capable to work with me on my issues, and good quality video technology captures some nonverbal communication I value.

Reviewed November 2024

Monica has been extremely helpful and is a great listener. She has helped me identify problems/solutions just by allowing me to talk. I feel validated every time we meet. She is also great at asking the right questions that allow me to understand why I'm feeling the way I am. These issues that seemed insurmountable not too long ago now appear to have an end in sight. I'm truly grateful to have her as my therapist!

Reviewed September 2024

I highly recommend BetterHelp & wishing I had signed up sooner to this platform. I have this amazing renewed sense of hopefulness after just two sessions with Monica. She really listens and makes me feel comforted to have someone safe to confide in. I’m thankful I was matched so well with a therapist. I recommend highly both Monica & BetterHelp!

Reviewed September 2024

I have made so much progress on my journey to better health. I can think more clearly and recognize times when I can honor my boundreis. I didnt even have boundries before! Thats just one example of the changes I have made in therapy.

Reviewed September 2024

Monica has been a great therapist. She asks questions that tap into issues that I am struggling with. She offers suggestions that help me make changes that suite my style. I feel like we have a connection and work well together.

Reviewed May 2024

My work with Mrs. Cowan has been great my end I am arranging flexibility for an appointment.

Reviewed April 2024

Monica is an incredible counselor. She’s warm, insightful, and incredibly understanding. She makes me feel heard and gives actionable advice and methods to meet my goals. I’m so grateful for Monica’s guidance!

Reviewed March 2024

Hello, I have a distressing work situation and Monica has helped me and has continued to help me get through this terrible dilemma I find myself in.

Reviewed March 2024

Monica is a great listener and has helped me understand myself in ways I never knew. She is professional and empathetic and offers great help. If you're looking for a therapist Monica is the best.

Reviewed March 2024

Monica’s the best!

Reviewed July 2023

Monica is an awesome listener who provides encouraging feedback. She helps me see the positive possibilities in a situation and especially with people instead of the negatives, and always encourages me to think of what things and what people are life-giving for me.

Reviewed July 2023

She is very understanding and easy to talk to, I’ve had many counselors and therapists in the past and Monica has been the most helpful and makes me feel heard.

Reviewed May 2023

Monica is wonderful. Such a calm and gentle presence and very compassionate. I look forward to seeing her each week!

Reviewed May 2023

Monica has been so kind and thoughtful in her approach to my situation. She has offered insight and suggestions for me to work on. The only thing that I would like from her is a little more challenge to my way of thinking. I am fairly direct and I feel that she could be more direct and ask me more self reflective questions.

Reviewed May 2023

Caring, positive experience. She listens and offers great advice on resolving issues.

Reviewed March 2023

Monica has been a great support in my life - as I’ve grown older, my circle has naturally gotten smaller and she’s been someone who’s a cheerleader and empathetic towards what goes on in my life and in my head and has helped provide a 3rd person view on how to view the world and what I might want out of it. I would strongly recommend her

Reviewed February 2023

Monica has helped me change a lot of the way I think and process. She is an attentive and patient listener. She gives very helpful recaps of the topics we've discussed that day, as well as what might be beneficial to talk about next session as well. I highly recommend her and have gotten tons out of our time together!

Reviewed February 2023

Monica is wonderful. She has made me feel so at ease from the start. I love her energy and how much she cares. She always responds to my messages quickly and with care. She’s a ten out of ten.

Reviewed February 2023

Monica is a very caring and encouraging therapist. She listens well and provides helpful tips on how to reduce my anxiety. While I've only recently started therapy, I'm looking forward to continuing!

Reviewed January 2023

I am really going through a lot of stress right now and she has really been there for me to alleviate everything that is on my mind and console me and lead me in the right direction. Very grateful for this woman :)

Reviewed January 2023

Very nice and professional. She was easy to talk to and had a calming voice.

Reviewed January 2023

Monica is wonderful to work with. She is a great listener and very insightful in her observations and suggestions for my mental. I appreciate the way she helps me process the various topics I'm addressing and gives tools to support those areas. She is very kind, calm and professional. I highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed December 2022

An excellent counselor who listens well, challenges her clients, and helps them to find the best of themselves.

Reviewed December 2022

Monica was wonderful and easy to speak with. She’s warm and you feel comfortable talking about your life.

Reviewed November 2022

I leave each session feeling empowered and heard. Monica is so reassuring and insightful in helping me dive into my thoughts and feelings and how they affect aspects of my life. I have been completely impressed with her attention and support in a very short time with her.

Reviewed November 2022

Monica’s energy is so warm and supportive. I really feel so comfortable speaking to her and I appreciate her attentiveness.

Reviewed November 2022

Monica is so intuned to my issues and my feelings. She makes me feel I am not alone and gives me hope for a bright future.

Reviewed September 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Monica Cowan offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Monica Cowan 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 Monica Cowan speak?

Monica Cowan speaks English.

How many years of experience does Monica Cowan have?

Monica Cowan has 10 years of experience.

Where is Monica Cowan licensed to practice?

Monica Cowan is licensed to practice in Oregon.

Does Monica Cowan accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Monica Cowan 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 Monica Cowan offer?

Monica Cowan offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Monica Cowan?

Monica Cowan 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 Monica Cowan?

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.