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Bonnie Define, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Bonnie 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 Bonnie. View 102 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Missouri, Florida, and 1 more

Recent reviews

Awesome. Helpful solutions and very kind and caring.

Reviewed November 2024

I’m so pleased with my therapist Bonnie. She has been extremely supportive encouraging and helpful. . Very professional and knowledgeable which has helped me to deal with my issues.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Bonnie

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC, LMHC

Hi! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Missouri, and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida. I earned my Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Florida, and my Master's Degree in Counseling from Florida Gulf Coast University and have been working in the field since 2001. I have worked inpatient and outpatient hospital settings, non-profit agencies, and in private practice.

My experience is extensive, having done much work with couples working to strengthen and preserve their relationship, supported clients who are healing from divorce or other traumatic life events, and worked with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety or chronic stress. I have worked with clients who have a significant mental health diagnosis, as well as individuals who are in crisis.

You will find me to be compassionate and thoughtful as we work together to sort through your issues and experiences in order to gain a healthy perspective and healing. Please message me if you're interested in talking before setting up a session.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Career difficulties Coaching Compassion fatigue Abandonment Aging and geriatric issues Attachment issues Blended family issues Caregiver issues and stress Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Divorce and separation Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Mood disorders Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Bonnie Define's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386955052.

  • LPC · Missouri · 2007029977 · Expires June 2025
  • LMHC · Florida · MH9030 · Expires March 2025
  • LPC · Arizona · LPC-22872 · Expires January 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 Bonnie Define

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

Overall rating:

5.0

102 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Amazing Helped Recommend Comfortable Wonderful Support Grateful Knowledgeable

Awesome. Helpful solutions and very kind and caring.

Reviewed November 2024

I’m so pleased with my therapist Bonnie. She has been extremely supportive encouraging and helpful. . Very professional and knowledgeable which has helped me to deal with my issues.

Reviewed November 2024

Bonnie has truly been amazing! She’s so attentive, honest, and comfortable to talk to. She was my first therapist since, I believe, 3 years ago. I wouldn’t change her for anyone. She’s been a great help.

Reviewed September 2024

She is amazing and very easy to talk too:)

Reviewed September 2024

She is very helpful and understands my issues

Reviewed September 2024

Bonnie is amazing and is really great at hearing you out and helping with issues you feel need to be addressed!

Reviewed September 2024

Bonnie has been incredibly helpful in pulling me through a difficult time in my life. She's patient, responsive, and always helpful with insights I may not have come up with on my own. She's very knowledgeable, yet not pushy. I've been super happy (and grateful) for her help over the past several months.

Reviewed August 2024

Bonnie is one of the most caring people I've ever known. She listens and understands my issues and is always willing to find resources for me when I need them. I trust what she tells me and she has helped me greatly

Reviewed July 2024

Bonnie not only listens but provides areas of focus and insight that has been very helpful in dealing with grief over my husbands death, personal growth and establishing an opportunity for self reflection and development

Reviewed July 2024

Bonnie s therapy and insights has been God sent! I have prayed and looked for a therapist who could be effective, knowledgeable and also deeply rooted in God s truth. Bonnie has a great combination of wisdom, professional experience and faith that is very effective and healing! She is empathetic, challenging, supportive and compassionate. Would recommend Bonnie to anyone who wants to heal and grow in a healthy way.

Reviewed July 2024

Bonnie has been a great support. She is very knowledgeable on the topics of dealing with difficult people, personality disorders, trauma, boundaries and codependency. I like that she brings a Christian perspective to therapy and shares Christian resources. It is only through the power of Christ we can change therefore much prayer and scripture much be applied when tackling emotional health. Bonnie is responsive and makes time for missed or extra session when she can be available. She shares videos, books and resources to help further understand how to overcome issues within ourselves and with other people. Even though she shares Christian material with me, she has an open mind and understanding to worldly issues. I would highly recommend her for counseling.

Reviewed June 2024

The best!

Reviewed June 2024

She great! Awesome inside. Responds quickly. Would recommend 100 percent of the time!

Reviewed June 2024

I just had my first session with Bonnie. She is amazingly perceptive and got to the heart of what I rambled on about with patience, kindness providing positive feedback and ways to deal with my situation. Bonnie is wonderful and I will keep my counseling appointments with her.

Reviewed May 2024

Bonnie is wonderful! Very dependable, compassionate, knowledgeable, and helpful!

Reviewed May 2024

Bonnie is a wonderful counselor and I am grateful for having her help me navigate the difficult seasons of life I am going through. She has lots of good, helpful insights and a spiritual perspective that really is a blessing.

Reviewed March 2024

Bonnie is a gem. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, supportive and flexible in her therapy style/delivery. All things that make for a great therapist. Very grateful to have found her.

Reviewed March 2024

Bonnie, has uncovered for me real wounds I've been carrying from my childhood early into my sessions with her. I've seen other therapists in the past few years who have helped me grow but Bonnie has made a tremendous impact in my growth and helped my self discovery and awareness while offering a light at the end of the tunnel. I feel good about the hard work I have out in with her. It means a healthier and more grounded me. Thank you.

Reviewed March 2024

My time spent with Bonnie has been very helpful. She’s a good listener, processor, and then responder when appropriate in a way that has been healing for me. I look forward to my time with her.

Reviewed February 2024

Bonnie has a wonderful bedside manner and is very attentive to my situation. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed January 2024

Bonnie has really helped me get out of rock bottom and start focusing on myself. She’s helping me set boundaries in my life at learn to stray away from toxic relationships.

Reviewed January 2024

She's the absolute best. I'm so grateful for her. I look forward to every session.

Reviewed November 2023

Bonnie is an amazing therapist. I feel comfortable & confident during my sessions with her. She is a great listener & gives great input & advice. Highly recommend her

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie doesn't just listen to you. She asks questions and gives feedback that is useful. The materials and resources she suggests relate to the issues and are extremely helpful. It is nice to have someone that you can confide in and trust to help you.

Reviewed September 2022

Absolutely amazing

Reviewed April 2022

Bonnie is fabulous!

Reviewed January 2024

I love my therapist and my sessions with her!

Reviewed December 2023

With my situation that I am dealing with, Ms. Bonnie has been a new light in my life when I felt I was living in darkness. Her conversations with me left me feeling a new found hope and a different way to express what I was feeling. I would highly recommend her. I cannot thank her enough to care on making me realize how to overcome what I was going through and knowing someone is there for you to support you was a God send. Thank you from the bottom of my heart .

Reviewed December 2023

Professional, intelligent, insightful and helpful

Reviewed December 2023

Bonnie has been such a kind and insightful ear to turn to and I always feel much more grounded and hopeful after our session!

Reviewed December 2023

I’ve never tried talk therapy before and I found Bonnie to be a very caring, attentive, and concerned advocate! We were matched because she is a woman of Faith which is very important to me. I would highly recommend her services for any needs you may have.

Reviewed November 2023

Bonnie, is such a great professional to work with! I just a few sessions I have already been able to share some important points with her and she has helped me identify my areas of growth and what to do in order to continue healing and progressing towards a healthier me. I appreciate her way of communicating, listening and offering a safe and non judgmental environment so that I can express myself and grow.

Reviewed November 2023

Bonnie helped me to untangle a few concerns which was very helpful. I felt listened to and supported. Thank you.

Reviewed November 2023

My time with Bonnie is so beneficial. I’d recommend her to anyone. She is so dialed in and helpful through my difficult time and hears me and my concerns. It is so nice to have the support from her. She really cares. Bonnie communicates very well. She sends information to me and is there for me anytime I need it.

Reviewed August 2023

I feel very comfortable with Bonnie and I can tell she genuinely cares about me. She is very responsive to my messages, concerns, and even my curiosities.

Reviewed July 2023

Bonnie is the kindest and most compassionate therapist I've ever spoken with. She goes above and beyond with finding resources that help me take better care of myself. She has helped me make changes in who I am that will last the rest of my life!

Reviewed July 2023

Bonnie is very professional. She’s a been there done that kind of therapist and is expertly able to listen for, point out, and remedy my self-sabotaging behaviors with kindness, gentleness, and support. She does not put pressure on me to be anyone but myself or do anything beyond what I am ready for. She responds to my questions and has very logical remedies for snares I find myself in. Most importantly, she is able to point me back to Jesus as a comfort and a way to heal, which has been really helpful to me as a person with church hurt. Thank you Bonnie, we’ve only had 4 sessions, but you’ve already done so much to help me through my grief. Bless you!

Reviewed July 2023

I’ve spoken to numerous people about Better help and how Bonnie has been so helpful for me. She’s wonderful and listens. She gives feedback and resources for me to go through which help so much.

Reviewed June 2023

I have just met Bonnie and I felt very comfortable with her by the end of the session. I look forward to working with her.

Reviewed March 2023

Bonnie is amazing. She is so personable and has helped me through many different seasons in life

Reviewed February 2023

She is the best

Reviewed April 2023

Bonnie has been trustworthy and reliable in the short amount of time I’ve known her. I’m not one to reach out for help so I appreciate her timely checkin messages in between appointments. I feel comfort, supported valued

Reviewed April 2023

Bonnie is amazing. She listens to not just what I say but my tone of voice and even body language. She has sent me numerous articles that relate to each session and prove to be very helpful. I would refer Bonnie as a therapist to anyone!

Reviewed April 2023

Bonnie is one of the most compassionate people I have ever met! She is patient, kind and helpful in all situations. I believe her suggestions and ideas come from her years of experience. I always felt safe and comfortable sharing with her. When I sent her any correspondence she was always quick to respond, even beyond normal hours. I feel like she is a dear friend always ready to listen and suggest ideas for any circumstance. I'm very thankful that God put her in my path. My life will be better because of her. God bless you Bonnie!

Reviewed January 2023

Bonnie is absolutely phenomenal. She responds immediately to texts and is always looking for resources for me.

Reviewed January 2023

In a short time, Bonnie has helped me make small changes in my life to help my relationship and I am eternally grateful.

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie has been patient with me in my needed times of support. She is very centered and grounded showing great experience and insight to support. She is very kind and gentle in her approach which is needed at times and gives good resources for support.

Reviewed November 2022

BONNIE CHANGED MY OPINION ON THERAPY. WAS NICE TO FEEL HEARD AND ASKED COMPASSION QUESTIONS AND OFFED GUIDANCE

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie has been helping me get through my struggles she’s patient and lets me get everything off my mind so far my sessions have made a difference on my outlook to my struggles

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie is very caring and is a great listener. Her suggestions for therapy are spot on. I feel as though I have already made progress from the guidance I have received from Bonnie. A big

Reviewed November 2022

She has been so kind, loving in my healing process and also gives great advice on how to do my own healing work beyond our sessions

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie has been the biggest blessing in my life. She is an amazing person to have by my side as I go through this tough season in life.

Reviewed November 2022

Bonnie is so competent and caring. I love working with her and her therapeutic expertise.

Reviewed September 2022

Bonnie is very sweet and very knowledgeable she’s helped me a lot and I thank her for that!

Reviewed August 2022

I have confidence in her ability to help me

Reviewed August 2022

Bonnie has been wonderful! Timely, sensitive and I feel she is listening and asking questions that will better help during this season. I’m grateful for her.

Reviewed July 2022

Thank you for your help Bonnie. It is greatly appreciated

Reviewed July 2022

Bonnie has been a great help during a difficult time.

Reviewed July 2022

Wonderfully supportive and calming! A life raft in the storm!

Reviewed June 2022

She is great can’t wait to continue

Reviewed June 2022

Ms.Bonnie is a great person.

Reviewed May 2022

Bonnie is compassionate and caring with healthy wisdom and sound advice. Very helpful!

Reviewed April 2022

Bonnie is amazing... I was so fortunate to have been 'paired' with Bonnie as right from the start she made me feel comfortable in talking with her. Bonnie gently guides you and never pushes you. She has an amazing ability to connect and understand.

Reviewed April 2022

Bonnie is great

Reviewed April 2022

Bonnie has been a great help.

Reviewed April 2022

I was hesitant to do therapy. I tried counseling with someone else through my employer and hated it. It made no difference in my life, but I figured I’d give something new a try. Bonnie is amazing. After the first meeting with her I could feel the heavy weight in me start to lift. It has completely changed my view of therapy and I don’t see how I went all these years with just my medication for my mental health. Bonnie can relate to me and it helps me know she knows what she’s talking about. She also gives me things to think about and try when we aren’t meeting. And she is always able to respond to the message board, usually within just a few hours even. She’s wonderful and I am so thankful for her even though it’s only been a few weeks of meetings.

Reviewed April 2022

Great therapist!

Reviewed April 2022

I like that she listens and remembers details I would share. Bonnie makes talking to her very easy and opening up to her comes naturally. She also is easily accessable and always recommends alternative methods for therapy for before and after our meetings. She is great at what she does.

Reviewed March 2022

Excellent!

Reviewed March 2022

She is compassionate and a wonderful listener.

Reviewed March 2022

This has been an amazing experience and I would recommend her to anyone who needs comfort and support in their struggles. Thank y'all so much for what you do!

Reviewed March 2022

Bonnie is amazing. She responds in such a timely manner and really makes me feel so supported all week long. She is also a wonderful listener. Her ability to recommend helpful books and podcasts is a great asset to my therapy. Highly recommend Bonnie!

Reviewed March 2022

I just began with Bonnie and Better Help but have found her to be intuitive, compassionate and equipped with skills to help me tackle issues I am addressing

Reviewed February 2022

I have been struggling to deal with attachment issues, depression, and a long distance relationship. And I was crying every night. When I got BetterHelp and chose Bonnie as my therapist, my life has improved immensely. Bonnie helps me think through some of the issues I’ve been having in my life, asking me questions that sort of help me think about my problems in a constructive way. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed February 2022

I have appreciated Bonnie’s perspective and insight into my life experience.

Reviewed February 2022

Very reassuring and comforting while being a great sounding board

Reviewed February 2022

Bonnie has been a great help to me. I feel like she has taught me so much about myself, and helped me better understand my thoughts and feelings.

Reviewed February 2022

Bonnie is wonderful understanding and very resourceful to my needs.

Reviewed January 2022

Bonnie is great!

Reviewed January 2022

So far I am extremely impressed

Reviewed November 2021

I am so thankful to have Bonnie as my therapist! She is always willing to work with my schedule. She tries her best to dig deep into what I want to work on and circle back to things she might have a concern about. She knows when to listen and hear what I have to say, but she also knows how to push me and ask questions in the most respectful way possible!

Reviewed November 2021

Bonnie is very knowledgeable in her profession, she knows exactly how to guide and help you. She knows how to make you aware of things you may need to work on in a reassuring manner.

Reviewed November 2021

Very aware of my issues with great suggestions

Reviewed November 2021

Bonnie is 100% present for her patients and responds immediately to posts. She truly listens and is compassionate.

Reviewed November 2021

I have SO appreciated having a listening ear and an impartial perspective on my issue. Moreover, sound guidance when it felt like my world was falling apart. Everyone needs a little help from time to time. I don't drink. Bartender is out. I doubt I would trust bartender advice. I DO trust Bonnie's advice! A great service that has truly helped me.

Reviewed November 2021

I am so blessed to have Bonnie Define as a therapist. She is caring and responsive. As soon as I write a message I get an immediate reply almost always. She goes at your pace and respects boundaries. I would definitely recommend her services without a second thought. Thank you for all you do.

Reviewed November 2021

I haven’t done therapy before, and I was a little nervous about who would be my first therapist, I'm so glad I was matched with Bonnie! I feel comfortable talking to her, and her feedback has helped me a lot. I hope I can have Bonnie helping me to navigate through the challenges in my life for a long period of time.

Reviewed November 2021

amazing and professional

Reviewed September 2021

Very professional, great listener, provides great feedback and helpful practices to improve the issues being addressed. Doesn't treat you like another patient. Sessions are very personable and focused solely on your actual issues. Highly recommend Dr. Define!

Reviewed September 2021

Bonnie was understanding and very perceptive. I felt that she quickly zeroed in on my concerns and offered helpful suggestions. I look f.orward to talking with her again

Reviewed September 2021

Bonnie has been really helpful with talking me through my problems. Every time I talk to her I leave the conversation feeling stronger.

Reviewed September 2021

I feel very comfortable with Bonnie. She is empathic and I enjoy our sessions.

Reviewed September 2021

Bonnie has been a great asset to my mental health! Sometimes things get a little overwhelming for me and become hard to manage but being able to open up and talk about these issues with Bonnie has made me feel a little more level headed! I know I still have a lot of things to be working on but with Bonnies help it doesn’t feel so impossible. I appreciate the advise and support she gives me!

Reviewed September 2021

I lucked out getting Bonnie as my therapist. She pays attention to detail, is a great listener, and provides useful feedback. I feel comfortable speaking with her and working through my issues.

Reviewed September 2021

Bonnie helped me brainstorm practical solutions that made feel empowered to take action to change my career situation. She asks questions that force me to be grateful for the positive things in life while navigating the storm. She makes it feel normal to be vulnerable.

Reviewed August 2021

Bonnie Define guided me onto the right mindset I need. Her presence makes me feel comfortable to speak to her openly.

Reviewed July 2021

Bonnie has been a God-send! Having someone to listen and provide insightful feedback during a challenging time can make a world of a difference and that’s what I have found through my sessions with her! I am beyond thankful!

Reviewed July 2021

I’ve been working with Bonnie for 3 weeks and plan to continue working with her in the future. She is kind and compassionate. She listens and never makes me feel judged. She is very responsive to my messages and we have extremely productive phone calls. She sends resources to help me in between sessions. I am so grateful for Bonnie and her help!

Reviewed July 2021

she is amazing at getting to the root cause of my hurt

Reviewed July 2021

Bonnie is extremely compassionate and she makes me feel like I can talk about my darkest moments and that she wants to help me.

Reviewed May 2021

Excellent, Professional, Timely!!! She listens well and has answer and solution to my problems and concerns

Reviewed January 2021

Bonnie is a very compassionate person and seems to care about my well-being. She has continually checked on me and makes herself available if I need her.

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Bonnie Define offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Bonnie Define 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 Bonnie Define speak?

Bonnie Define speaks English.

How many years of experience does Bonnie Define have?

Bonnie Define has 22 years of experience.

Where is Bonnie Define licensed to practice?

Bonnie Define is licensed to practice in Missouri, Florida, and Arizona.

Does Bonnie Define accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Bonnie Define 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 Bonnie Define offer?

Bonnie Define offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Bonnie Define?

Bonnie Define 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 Bonnie Define?

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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