I have had two sessions now with Chantal and she has made me feel very comfortable to talk to her and share with her some things that are quite personal. She offers a no judgement experience and I am very grateful for that. I would recommend her to anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addictions and guilt.
Chantal MacDonald, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Chantal 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 Chantal. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida and Nevada
Recent reviews
Chantal MacDonald is the best therapist I could have wished for. She listen and help me navigate through life experiences and makes me feel comfortable through our conversations. When I talk with Chantal I feel like I’m talking for a friend, I couldn’t wish for anything better.
More about Chantal
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC, LCPC
I am licensed in Florida and Nevada with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, trauma and abuse, & coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant personality
Body image
Cancer
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Dissociation
Eating and food-related issues
Gender dysphoria
HIV / AIDS
Hoarding
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Jealousy
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Paranoia
Personality disorders
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Self-harm
Sex addiction
Sexual assault and abuse
Traumatic brain injury
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Chantal MacDonald's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710650353.
- LMHC · Florida · MH21352 · Expires March 2025
- LCPC · Nevada · CP5642-R · Expires January 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 Chantal MacDonald
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I have had two sessions now with Chantal and she has made me feel very comfortable to talk to her and share with her some things that are quite personal. She offers a no judgement experience and I am very grateful for that. I would recommend her to anyone struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addictions and guilt.
Chantal MacDonald is the best therapist I could have wished for. She listen and help me navigate through life experiences and makes me feel comfortable through our conversations. When I talk with Chantal I feel like I’m talking for a friend, I couldn’t wish for anything better.
I didn’t know what to expect when joining BetterHelp, but I can say when it comes to my mental health I’m glad Chantal was assigned to me. she is great at helping me think for myself and helping me focus on the things that make me happy and also phenomenal at helping me process the things that crossed my mind throughout my life. She also professionally reassures me with a lot of positivity. I look forward to working with her every chance I get. I would recommend her to anybody.
Chantal is a great person, I feel like I just needed someone to talk to and she was there to listen with no judgement. She offered me some really great advice and insights as well as some very helpful worksheets that helped me think about things differently. Had a great experience with her.
My therapist Chantal is superb! I am so grateful and glad I was able to match with her. She completely understands me, allows me to speak my truth, never judges, is honest with me, and respects me. Chantal has really aided in the growth of my mental and emotional health.
Chantal MacDonald is an excellent therapist, I definitely recommend her. She’s very supportive and sweet!
Chantal has been very helpful in giving me techniques that are doable and I can use everyday. I apply that it is something I can apply on my own.
Reaching out and speaking to someone like Chantal was really beneficial for me at a time where I needed any kind of positivity in the world, feedback, and belief that I could get back to feeling like myself where at a time it felt as if that wasn't necessarily like that. Reaching out to her, and her offering me those resources in return as well definitely opened myself up to check out and log the Journal logs, or wanting to check out the worksheets. Basically feeling as if I was getting onto the right track to self-improvement.
Frequently asked questions
Does Chantal MacDonald offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Chantal MacDonald 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 Chantal MacDonald speak?
Chantal MacDonald speaks English.
How many years of experience does Chantal MacDonald have?
Chantal MacDonald has 5 years of experience.
Where is Chantal MacDonald licensed to practice?
Chantal MacDonald is licensed to practice in Florida and Nevada.
Does Chantal MacDonald accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Chantal MacDonald 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 Chantal MacDonald offer?
Chantal MacDonald offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Chantal MacDonald?
Chantal MacDonald 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 Chantal MacDonald?
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