She is very professional and approachable.
Virginia Stern, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Virginia 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 Virginia. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Virginia had a very gentle and not threatening way of approaching difficult situations.
More about Virginia
- 47 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in New York with 47 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & intimacy related issues. 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
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Depression
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and Geriatric Issues
Communication problems
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
First Responder Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and End of Life Counseling
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Licenses
Virginia Stern's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063684975.
- LCSW · New York · 017337 · Expires April 2026
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 Virginia Stern
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is very professional and approachable.
Virginia had a very gentle and not threatening way of approaching difficult situations.
Virginia is a kind and compassionate therapist. She is resourceful and shares ideas as well as supports the therapeutic journey.
My therapist is always professional, caring, and helpful. She has been a source of growth and positive change for me. She’s given me the tools to take my life back. I’m so happy to have been able to connect with a therapist with so much experience, useful advice, and a gentle calming way about her. I’m grateful really. What a blessing she is to her clients. My life is better because of Virginia, truly.
Virginia had been very responsive, kind and easy-to-use work with. I find her to be thoughtful, patient and knowledgeable. I would highly recommend her.
She really hears me. I love her demeanor. You know she appreciates every small step you make. I feel extremely safe and comfortable speaking freely with her.
Ms Stern was attentive and responsive. She also was non-judgmental and zoned in immediately on what issues i needed towiek on.
Very happy. Highly recommended.
So far, my experience with Virginia Stern has been very positive. She is professional, compassionate, and very helpful with her interpretations of each situation, and her suggestions of what steps to take. Very happy with her sessions! I hope to continue with her as long as she will have me.
I was hesistant to come to therapy because I thought I had "figured it out" when I went to therapy 10 years ago, but I had a traumatic experience recently that led me to seek help. I am so glad I did! Virginia is an amazing therapist. She has helped me deal with childhood trauma that resurfaced and relatioship conflicts. She is empathetic and understanding, but she also challenges me to look "further" and to try new ways of understanding myself. She is very knowledgeable and wise. I am grateful to have her as my therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Does Virginia Stern offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Virginia Stern 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 Virginia Stern speak?
Virginia Stern speaks English.
How many years of experience does Virginia Stern have?
Virginia Stern has 47 years of experience.
Where is Virginia Stern licensed to practice?
Virginia Stern is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Virginia Stern accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Virginia Stern 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."
How can I communicate with Virginia Stern?
Virginia Stern 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 Virginia Stern?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.