He is very nice and sweet and is a very good listener as well as someone who can help you come up with ways to help you with your anxiety. I highly recommend Lawrence to anyone and everyone.
Lawrence Matheny, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lawrence 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 Lawrence. View 14 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia and Virginia
Recent reviews
Lawrence is a great therapist and has helped me a lot. I have been struggling with many things and he is a kind and thoughtful listener who provides good counsel.
More about Lawrence
- 34 years' experience
- Male
- LPC, LMFT
Hello and welcome. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the Virginia. My wife and I have been married for over 40 years, and we have two adult children and a grandchild. I worked for over 35 years in psychiatric hospitals and a community-based mental health and substance abuse settings. Throughout my professional career, I have offered counseling with individuals, couples, and families, helping them to overcome their struggles (serious and persistent mental illnesses, depression, anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, marital and parenting issues, religious issues, trauma, grief and loss). My background in pastoral ministry spans over 40 years, with 16 of those being as an ordained minister. In addition to my master’s degree in Counseling I hold a master’s degree in Pastoral Ministry.
Over the years I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I've had clients from all faiths (and no faith) backgrounds, straight and LBGTQIA, children, teens, adults, parents, grandparents, and people in Hospice and their families.
I believe that you are the expert of your life. I will help you find ways to utilize your strength to overcome your struggles and move you from your current situation to where you want to be. If a faith tradition has been important to you, I am comfortable exploring those resources with you to help you achieve your goals in counseling.
I believe that life is about change, and real change in one’s life can start in the therapy session. If I can assist you in making the changes you need in your life, then I have been successful as a counselor. You can do this. You can feel better and achieve your goals. I'm looking forward to helping you do so.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Aging and geriatric issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Family of origin issues
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lawrence Matheny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396837613.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701002520 · Expires June 2025
- LMFT · Virginia · 0717000741 · Expires June 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 Lawrence Matheny
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
He is very nice and sweet and is a very good listener as well as someone who can help you come up with ways to help you with your anxiety. I highly recommend Lawrence to anyone and everyone.
Lawrence is a great therapist and has helped me a lot. I have been struggling with many things and he is a kind and thoughtful listener who provides good counsel.
I'm not sure what to say. My therapist is more helpful than I can express. He tells me like it is and does not mistreat me. He is kind even when I am most frustrated and I'm blessed by the Power of God he continues to display each meeting. Thank you Lawrence Matheny for your support during this difficult time. God bless you
He is extremely helpful and teaches different exercises to help cope that works!
Lawrence was very helpful when it came to reassuring me that my reactions to some unfortunate news was normal. He also provided many options to help me deal with these reactions. I would recommend him to others.
Lawrence is a fantastic help, he is knowledgeable, and empathetic.
Lawrence is a very kind soul. I appreciate his listening skills as well as his wisdom.
I finally got married and my therapist helped me through the anxiety I have had most all my life. Thank you
Lawrence is an exceptional therapist with many years of developing expertise in his area. I would highly recommend his services as he helped me deal with an extremely traumatic situation that haunted me for years, over a lifetime. Thank you :-)
This is a wonderful experience and very helpful. Though I was afraid to pen up, my therapist is amazing.
Amazing, kind, understanding. He has a vast knowledge as his disposal and is the perfect person to talk to if you are a struggling Catholic. He really helped me get a handle my life when things were falling apart around me.
Larry was exactly the counselor that I needed. I’ve been navigating some challenges with my church, and some major life changes. I now feel I have the tools that I need to navigate these things things. I am so gratful!
Lawrence is an excellent therapist. I have tried to work with a few in my life and have not made the progress that I have with Lawrence in such a short time. He is very knowledgeable, experienced and solution based which is what I needed. I so happy that I made the decision to use this service. Flexible and effective. Quick note, I had been assigned another counselor originally which didn't suit my needs, Betterhelp promptly assigned a much better fit according to my needs and that is how I met Lawrence. I highly recommend.
He is an amazing counselor listens, helps and guido
Frequently asked questions
Does Lawrence Matheny offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lawrence Matheny 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 Lawrence Matheny speak?
Lawrence Matheny speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lawrence Matheny have?
Lawrence Matheny has 34 years of experience.
Where is Lawrence Matheny licensed to practice?
Lawrence Matheny is licensed to practice in Virginia and Virginia.
Does Lawrence Matheny accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lawrence Matheny 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 Lawrence Matheny offer?
Lawrence Matheny offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lawrence Matheny?
Lawrence Matheny 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 Lawrence Matheny?
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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.