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Renee LaRock-Gary, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Renee 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 Renee. View 1 review
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York and New Jersey

Recent reviews

She's very understanding, gives me options of tasks to complete that are very helpful. I feel lucky to have found her

Reviewed December 2024

More about Renee

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC, LMFT

I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with an array of 30+ years of professional work experience. I've facilitated groups at halfway houses, worked in numerous crisis centers and hospitals, advocated and counseled people who have been survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, worked with TBI clients, etc. All of these work endeavors were to seek answers on how best to help people. It is also for this reason that I'm eternally learning new evidence-based approaches to therapy. I hold certifications in trauma, ADHD, nutrition and mental health, grief, integrative sex therapy, DBT, as well as extensive knowledge in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, etc. On a national level, I train other professionals on sexual trauma. All of this education is designed to give you as many tools as possible to help you achieve your goals and alleviate your symptoms starting with the first session. I have learned that around 80% of the strategies I've learned will work for you and about 20% will be unique to you. We'll figure your recipe out together. Life can be wonderful, and I want you living your best life instead of in therapy with me once a week. Of course, we will go at a pace that works for 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 Trauma and abuse Grief Depression ADHD Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture Body image Cancer Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Commitment issues Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Dissociation Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Family of origin issues Family problems Fertility issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Hearing impaired Hoarding Hospice and end-of-life counseling Infidelity Intellectual disability Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexual dysfunction Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Somatization Traumatic brain injury Trichotillomania Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Renee LaRock-Gary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700360732.

  • LMHC · New York · 008982 · Expires April 2027
  • LMFT · New Jersey · 37PC01019600 · Expires November 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 Renee LaRock-Gary

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

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Clients mention: Helpful Understanding

She's very understanding, gives me options of tasks to complete that are very helpful. I feel lucky to have found her

Reviewed December 2024

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Frequently asked questions

Does Renee LaRock-Gary offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Renee LaRock-Gary 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 Renee LaRock-Gary speak?

Renee LaRock-Gary speaks English.

How many years of experience does Renee LaRock-Gary have?

Renee LaRock-Gary has 20 years of experience.

Where is Renee LaRock-Gary licensed to practice?

Renee LaRock-Gary is licensed to practice in New York and New Jersey.

Does Renee LaRock-Gary accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Renee LaRock-Gary 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."

What treatment approaches does Renee LaRock-Gary offer?

Renee LaRock-Gary offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Renee LaRock-Gary?

Renee LaRock-Gary 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 Renee LaRock-Gary?

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.

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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.