Mary Ellen is wonderful in every way !!!
Lou Ellen Johnson, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lou 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 Lou. View 13 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Listens and gives good advice . Easy to talk to as well I am comfortable .
More about Lou
- 20 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
Hello:
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with over 20 years of experience. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief and loss, and addiction issues.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, solution focused, and motivational interviewing. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I am here to create a safe space for you to tell your story without judgement. I will come along side you to help you make positive choices to create increased self love, and healthier and more fulfilling relationships with others.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lou Ellen Johnson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568907301.
- LMHC · Florida · MH12376 · Expires March 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 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 Lou Ellen Johnson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mary Ellen is wonderful in every way !!!
Listens and gives good advice . Easy to talk to as well I am comfortable .
My counselor, Lou Ellen Johnson, is AMAZING. I absolutely adore her. She is kind and patient. I personally seclude myself when I start to get depressed or have too many things going on that overwhelm me and Mrs. Lou Ellen is constantly supporting me and encouraging me to participate but does not push me. She may use a little reverse psychology to get me to continue but ultimately she is just trying to help me. I love how relatable she is and so comfortable to talk to. I typically have a hard time expressing myself, but Mrs. Lou Ellen is so easy to talk to. I am not a very proud person, but she has been so great with encouragement and with explaining certain things that she has helped me be proud of myself and so much more confident. In the short amount of time that I have been speaking with Mrs. Lou Ellen, I have overcome many different obstacles that I have not had the courage to in many years. I am a private person and shut down a lot, but BetterHelp is now an essential in my life. I am so happy that I started and if I could shout to every person in the world how amazing my specific counselor is, I would! She is AWESOME! Definitely not the typical therapist, she makes things fun and helps you be confident in yourself. The BEST decision I have made so far!!
Lou Ellen is ver compassionate and caring. Her life experiences compliment her counseling advice. Her insight is very accurate. She is a skilled professional.
Lou Ellen is wonderful, comforting, caring and knowledgeable! Feel blessed I found her.
Great counselor, pays attention to all details and keeps you at your pace, supports and understands. I’m happy I met her
She’s excellent
Mrs. Johnson is absolutely amazing. This is my first experience in therapy and I’m a very private person, but I rant and rave about how amazing she is!
Very fun and kind, I greatly appreciate her empathy and her ability to see things from my perspective and then offer tangible advice that I can easily apply.
Although my time was short with Lou Ellen (3 sessions) I truly loved every minute with her! She was very helpful immediately beginning with the very first session. She was a great listener and provided helpful worksheets and activities that helped me cope with my situation. She was very personable and so easy to talk to. A big thank you to Lou Ellen!!
Lou Ellen is AMAZING!!! I dont know where I would be without her!! She always listens abd offers advice. Just an amazing person all around! Thank you Lou Ellen for everything!!!
I’m so happy with this experience as at the present time counselors on my insurance have a 2 month wait time to be seen once . I do wish my insurance covered this but I am perfectly capable of paying and it’s worth it
My counselor has been very supportive and has allows followed up with. She looks out for my interest in getting better and I feel comfortable talking to her and explaining my situation
Frequently asked questions
Does Lou Ellen Johnson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lou Ellen Johnson 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 Lou Ellen Johnson speak?
Lou Ellen Johnson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lou Ellen Johnson have?
Lou Ellen Johnson has 20 years of experience.
Where is Lou Ellen Johnson licensed to practice?
Lou Ellen Johnson is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Lou Ellen Johnson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lou Ellen Johnson 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 Lou Ellen Johnson offer?
Lou Ellen Johnson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lou Ellen Johnson?
Lou Ellen Johnson 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 Lou Ellen Johnson?
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.