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Raven Brown-McKinney, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Raven 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 Raven. View 20 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Texas, Alabama, and 2 more

Recent reviews

She is definitely helping me with all of my issues and helping me find ways to cope and manage life in general

Reviewed July 2020

She is understanding and intelligent. I feel heard.

Reviewed January 2023

More about Raven

  • 4 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW, LICSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Life Coach with 15 years experience partnering with individuals, families, adolescents, and women to help them reach their goals and live more fulfilling and healthy lives. Dealing with stress, depression, work, family or personal issues? Balancing work, family, friends, and life can be overwhelming. Partnering with a therapist to overcome life's challenges can be essential to living a healthy and fulfilling life.

I am an experienced Social Worker with crisis intervention, assessment, domestic violence, health education, and coaching experience. I have been successful working with adults to reach their highest potential for more than 15 years. My counseling style is open, warm, and collaborative. My approach combines cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance and commitment therapies. I will collaborate with you to create a treatment plan that helps you reach your individual goals.

A real therapist for real people! Make the first step to enjoying your new life!

Specialties

Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Coaching Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Bipolar disorder Compassion fatigue ADHD Commitment Issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Domestic Violence Family Problems Fertility Issues Forgiveness Isolation / loneliness Multicultural Concerns Panic disorder and panic attacks Postpartum Depression Pregnancy and childbirth Self-love Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Raven Brown-McKinney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871118745.

  • LCSW · Texas · 36527 · Expires August 2026
  • LICSW · Alabama · 4668C · Expires March 2025
  • LCSW · Oregon · L12302 · Expires September 2026
  • LCSW · Louisiana · 16879 · Expires August 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, 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 Raven Brown-McKinney

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

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Recommend Comfortable Grateful Helping Insightful Feel heard Compassion Easy Helped

She is definitely helping me with all of my issues and helping me find ways to cope and manage life in general

Reviewed July 2020

She is understanding and intelligent. I feel heard.

Reviewed January 2023

I would refer her to anyone. A genuinely great person. Knows her work.

Reviewed November 2022

I'm grateful for the ways that Raven reminds me that my thoughts are the stories I'm telling myself and not always true or based on reality. She also holds me accountable so I can see my blind spots and work to get passed them. I really appreciate our time together.

Reviewed August 2022

She is a great listener, a great friend. I will have problems that I think are unsolvable and she will listen, point out the main point immediately. Moreover, it is about You. She give you a path, it is up to you to decide and along those paths, she will assist you fully untill you reach your identity.

Reviewed August 2022

I’ve seen 2 therapist before I hit the jackpot with Raven! I feel like it just clicked even tho my experience with therapy is very minimal. I respect her as a person, she has responded well and even when she asks me the difficult questions it’s put in a kind way. I hope she stays on the platform for a while as I continue to work through my stuff, it’s really nice to have that once a week check in, either for accountability or support.

Reviewed June 2022

Very pleasant voice and listen to me.

Reviewed June 2022

Raven is a good listener who also offers sound professional recommendations for how to approach my concerns. What I appreciate most is her ability to show me my blind spots and hold me accountable for actions and/or areas of improvement I've said I'm committed to.

Reviewed May 2022

I have been pleasantly surprised with my therapist. I'm very happy I decided to use better help as I was matched with a therapist that is a great fit for me.

Reviewed March 2022

She is great

Reviewed February 2022

I’m not going to lie, I was skeptical of doing therapy because I do not like opening up. Raven is the best therapist I could’ve asked for. She definitely puts things in perspective and makes me really think and her deep into my feelings. She has helped me more than she knows and I am so grateful I found this app!

Reviewed January 2022

She is great so far. I feel like we are just getting to know each other, but already she has been very insightful, picking up on little things that are the crux of the issue before I could articulate that, even to myself.

Reviewed November 2021

I had my first live session with Raven and I have never felt more comfortable with a therapist. She is kind and you can tell that she is listening and cares about what you are saying and feeling. I love that she challenges me with questions and makes me think. She is extremely easy to talk to and very welcoming. Really happy I was connected with her and would recommend her to anyone! Thank you Raven!!

Reviewed November 2021

This woman completely changed my outlook on therapists She is a gentle kind woman how helps me on the daily.

Reviewed November 2021

I was on the fence about starting counseling and opening up to a stranger. Since talking with Ms. Raven there has been since an improvement on mental health. I’m so glad that I was paired with her. When I’m a complete mess and just blabbing she calms me and puts everything into perspective.

Reviewed September 2021

I have been up here twice and this is by far the absolute counselor that I have ever had I really admire her compassion towards me and I’m sure others and her knowledge is great. I greatly appreciate her a lot!!

Reviewed September 2021

I am very happy with my counselor/therapist. She makes you feel heard and provides tools to get you through tough situations. Very insightful, honest, and knowledgeable! Definitely would recommend Ms. Brown-McKinney (LCSW, CLC)

Reviewed January 2021

She has been very helpful with getting me to focus on what's best for me, rather what others think what's best for me. I highly appreciate that.

Reviewed September 2020

Raven is thoughtful, intelligent, and extremely warm. She makes you feel immediately comfortable and offers very constructive advice. She has been instrumental in my personal growth over the past few weeks. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2020

I am very happy to have Raven Brown-McKinney as my therapist. Highly recommend her.

Reviewed July 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Raven Brown-McKinney offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Raven Brown-McKinney 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 Raven Brown-McKinney speak?

Raven Brown-McKinney speaks English.

How many years of experience does Raven Brown-McKinney have?

Raven Brown-McKinney has 4 years of experience.

Where is Raven Brown-McKinney licensed to practice?

Raven Brown-McKinney is licensed to practice in Texas, Alabama, Oregon, and Louisiana.

Does Raven Brown-McKinney accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Raven Brown-McKinney 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 Raven Brown-McKinney offer?

Raven Brown-McKinney offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Raven Brown-McKinney?

Raven Brown-McKinney 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 Raven Brown-McKinney?

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.