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Taryn Santos, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Taryn 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 Taryn. View 29 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

so far taryn has been thoughtful and attentive. she has continually offered useful feedback to situations and offered a variety of ways to utilize therapeutic practices in sessions and out.

Reviewed November 2024

Good listener and insights

Reviewed November 2024

More about Taryn

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

Hello! I am very glad that you are here reading this today. Please know that you are important, and yes your life has value. Feeling down? That’s why I'm here – to help build you back up. Within the many years of experience I have acquired in the mental health field, I have worked with clients of all ages, backgrounds, and with a variety of concerns. I am dedicated though to getting to know and understand your unique dilemma that brings you here today.

Not sure where to start? Trust that I have many questions to help guide our discussions, interventions to lead our sessions, and patience just to listen. My counseling style is really just to assist you on your journey through life, provide recommendations for how to better achieve your goals, and motivate you to make the necessary changes that you seek to live a life worth living. I honestly believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.

Nervous? That's normal… even if it does not feel normal! It takes so much courage to reach out for a more fulfilling and happier lifestyle, and a leap of faith to take the steps needed toward making a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and encourage you.

I look forward to working together.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Grief Anger management Self esteem Depression Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Adoption and foster care Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Co-morbidity Codependency Communication problems Divorce and separation Domestic violence Drug and alcohol addiction Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Mood disorders Multicultural concerns Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Attachment-Based Therapy
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Existential Therapy
  • Jungian Therapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Taryn Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972051258.

  • LMHC · New York · 009079 · Expires August 2027

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 Taryn Santos

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

Overall rating:

4.5

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Recommend Great Excellent Helpful Listens Professional Supportive Attentive Caring Guidance

so far taryn has been thoughtful and attentive. she has continually offered useful feedback to situations and offered a variety of ways to utilize therapeutic practices in sessions and out.

Reviewed November 2024

Good listener and insights

Reviewed November 2024

Compassionate and a good listener. Wise to know when to encourage the next step in my situation. Patient.

Reviewed November 2024

Taryn is very pleasant, very responsive and cares.

Reviewed September 2024

Calm demeanor. Makes me feel heard and talks me through things. Even when I feel like I have nothing eventful to discuss, she’s able to pull things out of me I wasn’t even thinking of (in a good way). Definitely would recommend.

Reviewed August 2024

This is the second time I have returned to therapy with Taryn. Although this time was very brief, following a long gap in between, it felt like we picked up just where we left off. I would highly recommend her!

Reviewed April 2024

I like, that she is very kind and gives good professional pieces of advice. she listens and leads you to understand your thoughts and ideas more clearly. the exercises are very beneficial for the progress of my well-being.

Reviewed March 2024

Taryn is a great listener and as such she has gotten to know me well. She keeps excellent records. She has been a great match for what I need and how I respond to therapy. She always has new techniques and tips to help me and builds progressively on prior sessions work.

Reviewed March 2024

She is very helpful and supportive and has provided ideas and suggestions to help with my situations

Reviewed January 2024

Taryn has been a great help to me. I came to Betterhelp in dire need of someone to talk with about the situation I'm in, and she has been very supportive. She always responds in a timely manner to the messages I send in between our appointments.

Reviewed November 2023

Great first session - Great engagement and connection. Looking forward to continue !

Reviewed November 2023

Taryn is a asome therapist! she understands and her professionalism is outstanding person I can't imagine my self without her advice and support. Thanks for everything Taryn.

Reviewed April 2023

I absolutely recommend Taryn! She is an excellent listener, friendly yet professional, dedicated, and supportive. She offered me a safe space to talk about everything without judgement, a fresh perspective on things, and guidance / resources / tips that helped me to work through my ‘storm’. I am so grateful to have had her in my corner.

Reviewed March 2023

Taryn is a great listener and as a good ability to challenge you.

Reviewed January 2023

Very helpful

Reviewed January 2023

Taryn was recommended to me by BetterHelp after filling in the form which had me detail some of the things I was having trouble with. Within a year my life has turned around, thanks to the help and guidance that Taryn has offered me. She is a very structured and organized therapist that has access to a wealth of knowledge, worksheets, little tips and tricks and ways to help you overcome your issues. She is incredibly patient and so caring, just speaking to her helps you feel a little better. I highly recommend her and her services to anyone who is looking for a therapist and a friend. I can not thank her enough for the help and support she has brought me over the last year.

Reviewed December 2022

So thankful to have Taryn on my team!

Reviewed December 2022

I totally recommend Taryn. She is a great therapist who supported for a long period of time and she is friendly, professional and listens to me. She provided me with guidelines and worksheets to work on which really helped me improve. She simplifies the information to a point that I can understand it. She is an observer, which is really important for a therapist to have this skill. She notices small details that help me feel listened and she respects when I can’t not join the session. A therapist that I will recommend.

Reviewed August 2022

I am so thankful that I found Taryn. She's genuine and clearly passionate about her work. Knowing how apprehensive I was about therapy she has made me feel comfortable with the process, and given me tactical tips for my symptoms. Highly recommend!

Reviewed July 2022

I have already recommend this service to a number of friends.

Reviewed May 2022

So far, she's been quite attentive, listens and digs out info if she has to. So far, it's been pleasant.

Reviewed December 2021

Glad to have found, Ms. Taryn! She really supported me and made me feel validated. And she also would always check in with me if I was doing fine and I really appreciated it. A LOT! Ms. Taryn is a sweet person and even though there's conflict with our 12-hr time difference, she still made sure to contact me via chat and asked me my availability. And oh, by the way, her worksheets are very helpful to me. Thank you so much, Ms. Taryn! God bless you! Much love. :-)

Reviewed November 2021

Can't wait to see how much more I can grow with her help

Reviewed November 2021

Really nice person, she seems really dedicated and passionate about her job, knows what she's doing, excellent work ethic, patient, and from day 1 it felt like we were moving forward and towards figuring out what needed to be tackled and how. Would totally recommend!

Reviewed September 2021

Taryn is excellent at grasping the situation and recommending exercises guiding my mental health to recovery. She is very good at putting me at ease, reinforcing positive aspects and being understaning even when I don't communicate well. Overall I have had a very rewarding experience.

Reviewed September 2021

Taryn is an excellent therapist and I find that she utilizes many ways to help me resolve my issues

Reviewed May 2021

She’s great and that’s all I can say.

Reviewed April 2021

Taryn is an awesome counselor. Very helpful in giving different strategies to look at different perspectives of the situation you're dealing with. She's incredibly kind, caring and understanding and has an uplifting sense of humor and great outlook on life. I would highly recommend her to anyone going through a hard time.

Reviewed April 2021

Taryn has been incredibly helpful, understanding and engaged and I would definitely recommend her.

Reviewed March 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Taryn Santos offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Taryn Santos 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 Taryn Santos speak?

Taryn Santos speaks English.

How many years of experience does Taryn Santos have?

Taryn Santos has 10 years of experience.

Where is Taryn Santos licensed to practice?

Taryn Santos is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Taryn Santos accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Taryn Santos 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 Taryn Santos offer?

Taryn Santos offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Taryn Santos?

Taryn Santos 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 Taryn Santos?

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.