Les is very insightful and offers a non-judgmental approach. Easy to talk to and I feel heard. Being a male, I felt more at ease taking with another male about my concerns.
Lester Menke, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lester 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 Lester. View 10 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Wisconsin
Recent reviews
Lester is an excellent therapist. I would highly recommend him to anyone. I’m so thankful for his insight and expertise.
More about Lester
- 12 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
I am licensed in Wisconsin with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Compassion fatigue
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Caregiver issues and stress
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Self-love
Workplace issues
Licenses
Lester Menke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720361140.
- LPC · Wisconsin · 5476-125 · Expires February 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 Lester Menke
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Les is very insightful and offers a non-judgmental approach. Easy to talk to and I feel heard. Being a male, I felt more at ease taking with another male about my concerns.
Lester is an excellent therapist. I would highly recommend him to anyone. I’m so thankful for his insight and expertise.
Very Grateful for Lester!
Lester is so relatable!!!
I"ve experienced many therapists in my lifetime. Lester Menke is by far THE BEST! He listens. He understands. He's knowledgeable. He helps. He's definely influencing me to "radically accept" life and make changes to experience a more hopefull life. If everyone could have Lester Menke as their therapist, this would be a far better world!
I feel like we "clicked" right away. And our sessions started right away as opposed to Day 1 being an intake day.
Lester is the first therapist I've talked to that I felt actually wanted to help me get to where I want to be. I'm so blessed to have met him!
Very competent with great advice.
I really appreciate every session I have with Lester! I get so much out of every session of ours! He has very good insight into situations!
It's just a relief to talk to someone like, Lester. He asks the questions I haven't even thought of asking myself. I was really nervous to even get into therapy, but he has helped me through a tough time and has made it easy to work through some things.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lester Menke offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lester Menke 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 Lester Menke speak?
Lester Menke speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lester Menke have?
Lester Menke has 12 years of experience.
Where is Lester Menke licensed to practice?
Lester Menke is licensed to practice in Wisconsin.
Does Lester Menke accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Lester Menke 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 Lester Menke?
Lester Menke 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 Lester Menke?
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.