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Frances Merriweather, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Frances 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 California

More about Frances

  • 13 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am licensed in California with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, parenting issues, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Parenting issues Depression Coping with life changes Trauma and abuse Adoption and Foster Care Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain illness and disability Communication problems Emptiness Family Problems HIV / AIDS Hospice and End of Life Counseling Intellectual Disability Isolation / loneliness Multicultural Concerns Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and Discrimination Young Adult Issues

Licenses

Frances Merriweather's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629257415.

  • LCSW · California · 20826 · Expires July 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 Frances Merriweather offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Frances Merriweather 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 Frances Merriweather speak?

Frances Merriweather speaks English.

How many years of experience does Frances Merriweather have?

Frances Merriweather has 13 years of experience.

Where is Frances Merriweather licensed to practice?

Frances Merriweather is licensed to practice in California.

Does Frances Merriweather accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Frances Merriweather accepts 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 Frances Merriweather?

Frances Merriweather 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 Frances Merriweather?

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.

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Live Chat
Phone
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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.