She’s great and very insightful
Lydia Peters, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lydia 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 Lydia. View 12 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Lydia is good at diving in alongside me and whatever issues I'm struggling with on a given week. She clearly takes great notes on what I'm saying, and ties threads from different sessions together. She's great at providing tangible tools and guidance for things to try.
More about Lydia
- 3 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
My name is Lydia Peters, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Virginia. I earned my Masters of Social Work degree from Adelphi University. I've worked in many different settings with different populations. I possess a vast amount of experience with the elderly along with individuals living with developmental disability, traumatic brain injury (TBI), mental illness, chemically addiction, homelessness, individual’s accused of sexual offense or sexually deviant behaviors , children identified as medically frail, adults admitted to acute medicine & Veterans.
My experience has taught me that the most important aspect of counseling is building connection in order to share guidance through difficult situations.
A healthy therapeutic alliance brings forth a different perspective & additional support.
I believe it's very important to be open-minded and non-judgmental in my role as a therapist. I will continuously honor that role , respect confidentiality and support an open and honest working relationship.
Let's work together towards your success.
Specialties
Family conflicts
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Stress
Anxiety
LGBT
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Anger management
Depression
Coaching
Postpartum depression
Treatment Approaches
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Lydia Peters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1508380270.
- LCSW · Virginia · 0904011426 · 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 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 Lydia Peters
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She’s great and very insightful
Lydia is good at diving in alongside me and whatever issues I'm struggling with on a given week. She clearly takes great notes on what I'm saying, and ties threads from different sessions together. She's great at providing tangible tools and guidance for things to try.
She’s great , gives me great advice and ass the right questions so I can think about things or options I may have not thought about . I enjoy our conversations
Lydia is wonderful, kind, and insightful. With just a few short, punchy questions, she encouraged me to develop solutions to some of my problems. A+
Lydia is a good listener. She understands and responds well. Thank you.
She really makes me feel comfortable
From my weeks with Lydia, i feel like not much progress has been made. She hasn't shown up for our schedule meeting which is extremely infuriating for someone who has a pretty hectic schedule. I hope that others have a better luck / respect with her.
Lydia is amazing! She listens and seems to know what to say to help you put things into perspective. Found that she helped a lot. Thank you Lydia!
I leave every session with Lydia feeling enlightened and at peace with my concerns. She has helped me gain confidence and a level of emotional and mental health that I have never had before. Thanks, Lydia!
Lydia is a wonderful therapist! She is compassionate, supportive, and affirms my feelings. She has a lot of experience with families battling mental health disorders and brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our sessions together. I appreciate her kindness and patience and would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional and seasoned counselor.
Lydia has been a good listener and is able to define goals that she hears come out as I talk. As a goal oriented person, I appreciate this skill in her.
Lydia is a pleasure to work with. She’s a very down to earth individual which makes it easy to discuss sensitive topics. She always listens to what I have to say, validates my feelings, and offers advice and guidance that has lead me to some better thinking.
Frequently asked questions
Does Lydia Peters offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lydia Peters 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 Lydia Peters speak?
Lydia Peters speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lydia Peters have?
Lydia Peters has 3 years of experience.
Where is Lydia Peters licensed to practice?
Lydia Peters is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Lydia Peters accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Lydia Peters 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 Lydia Peters offer?
Lydia Peters offers clients Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Lydia Peters?
Lydia Peters 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 Lydia Peters?
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.
And recovery is possible.
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.