She is great I really appreciate her help.
Dr. Danika Contreras, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Danika is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Danika. View 3 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
She is kind compassionate understanding supporting. Has great advice. Truly listens to understand and offer help.
More about Danika
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LCPC
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) in Illinois with 6 years of professional work experience. I have worked in various therapy settings supporting clients with various struggles. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that it takes so much strength to reach out for support. I am here to support you in your journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Addictions
LGBT
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Communication problems
Eating and food-related issues
Pregnancy and childbirth
Licenses
Dr. Danika Contreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245931088.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180013159 · Expires March 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.
Reviews for Dr. Danika Contreras
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is great I really appreciate her help.
She is kind compassionate understanding supporting. Has great advice. Truly listens to understand and offer help.
She listens to me that's a plus. Then comes up with goals to meet. She has ways to help reach my goals as well. I don't feel judged at all.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Danika Contreras offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Danika Contreras 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. Danika Contreras speak?
Dr. Danika Contreras speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Danika Contreras have?
Dr. Danika Contreras has 6 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Danika Contreras licensed to practice?
Dr. Danika Contreras is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Dr. Danika Contreras accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Danika Contreras 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 Dr. Danika Contreras?
Dr. Danika Contreras 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. Danika Contreras?
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.