She's fantastic, I'm a returning customer if that says anything. She has been unimaginably helpful, And it's just nice to have someone to talk to sometimes...
Megan Balcarczyk, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Megan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Megan. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New York
Recent reviews
Extremely helpful and very supportive. I wish I knew about this app and had Megan as counselor sooner. Talking with her is something I am very grateful for and I look forward to our weekly chats.
More about Megan
- 6 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Welcome! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of New York, and earned my Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 2012. I have a total of 6 years counseling experience during which I have worked with a wide variety of individuals, including those dealing with issues of substance abuse, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, mood disorders, and psychotic disorders.
My counseling style is a combination of warm and empathetic, along with tactful honesty and accountability. I believe in mutual respect and compassion. I encourage my clients to be honest with me and if something is not working, to speak up and tell me. I believe in allowing my clients to take ownership of their therapy and gain skills in advocating for themselves. I also believe in understanding the human condition of imperfection and the idea that we all make mistakes. I use a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, psycho-education, motivational interviewing, and humanistic treatment approaches.
It takes a great amount of courage to ask for help. I know how healing it is to tell your story and to really begin to have an understanding of where our struggles originated. I also know the healing power of knowing that we have control and the ability to move forward and find solutions for our lives. My goal is to help empower you to improve what is working well for you and give you the tools to help change what is not working for you.
I look forward to starting this new journey with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Megan Balcarczyk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144530106.
- LMHC · New York · 006635 · Expires May 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 Megan Balcarczyk
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She's fantastic, I'm a returning customer if that says anything. She has been unimaginably helpful, And it's just nice to have someone to talk to sometimes...
Extremely helpful and very supportive. I wish I knew about this app and had Megan as counselor sooner. Talking with her is something I am very grateful for and I look forward to our weekly chats.
I'm a writer, and therapy with Megan using the text feature has turned out to be a revelation. I feel bad for her to have to read all I write, but she manages to ask good questions and keep track well enough of all the moving parts. Very helpful.
I’ve only had Megan as my counselor for a small amount of time but it’s already helped so much. She’s easy to talk to, she listens, and she knows what to ask to get thing out of you that you didn’t know were in you. She’s really giving me a lot of hope and I always look forward to our sessions.
Meagan is amazing. She is empathetic and offers value advice.
I truly appreciate how flexible Megan is, especially during this hectic time. It’s really helped me in more ways than I can explain. Her attentiveness is very much appreciated during this time. Thankful I have her to talk to.
Extremely knowledgeable and patient, I appreciate her help :)
She has been good at focusing me on my top goals and noticing when in the midst of so much stuff happening, I achieve them. Very encouraging.
Megan is easy to talk to. She offers unbiased advice in a very supportive manner. She also has helped me organize and prioritize my thoughts and feelings.
Megan has been a great help! She makes sure to check up on me when I do not message and she works the problem with me so that I can deal with situations better. She is a really good counsellor!
In the two sessions that I have had with Megan, she has been empathetic of my situation and has given helpful advice. I look forward to more seasons with her!
Just started but already really excited to see how this impacts my life. Megan is great so far!
Megan was great in helping me talk through my anxiety and relationship problems and helped me have a clearer understanding of my mental health in a short period of time.
Megan messages me and checks in with me when I don't write to her. I appreciate her thoughtful responses and astute questions.
Frequently asked questions
Does Megan Balcarczyk offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Megan Balcarczyk 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 Megan Balcarczyk speak?
Megan Balcarczyk speaks English.
How many years of experience does Megan Balcarczyk have?
Megan Balcarczyk has 6 years of experience.
Where is Megan Balcarczyk licensed to practice?
Megan Balcarczyk is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Megan Balcarczyk accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Megan Balcarczyk 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."
What treatment approaches does Megan Balcarczyk offer?
Megan Balcarczyk offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Megan Balcarczyk?
Megan Balcarczyk 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 Megan Balcarczyk?
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.