Amazing therapist
Geneen McGowan, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Geneen 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 Geneen. View 8 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Life threw me difficult challenges during our time together and I don’t know how I would’ve handled them without her.
More about Geneen
- 5 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Illinois with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. 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
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Self-harm
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Young adult issues
Licenses
Geneen McGowan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346745916.
- LCSW · Illinois · 149.025079 · Expires November 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 Geneen McGowan
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Amazing therapist
Life threw me difficult challenges during our time together and I don’t know how I would’ve handled them without her.
Great experience and timelines from Geneen
Geneen has been great so far and she makes me felt heard and gives me things to take into consideration and think about. I like it when she breaks down the issues and gets to the core of the problems. She give me a lot of clarity.
She is a very pleasant and understanding person.
Wonderful therapist! Very knowledgeable and has helped me a lot with only three sessions! Geneen is extremely easy to talk to and open up with. She is insightful and compassionate in her approach to therapy. She makes you think about different view points and how to better communicate with others. It is wonderful to have an insightful, passionate and diverse therapist like her in your corner. Thank you Geneen!
Geneen is such a great match for me! She makes me feel comfortable, heard, and understood. She gives me ways to cope with my challenges and relates to me when I need it most.
She is attentive and listens very well. Provide worksheet to improve myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Geneen McGowan offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Geneen McGowan 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 Geneen McGowan speak?
Geneen McGowan speaks English.
How many years of experience does Geneen McGowan have?
Geneen McGowan has 5 years of experience.
Where is Geneen McGowan licensed to practice?
Geneen McGowan is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Geneen McGowan accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Geneen McGowan 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 Geneen McGowan?
Geneen McGowan 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 Geneen McGowan?
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.