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William Fenton, LMFT

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

William 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 William. View 44 reviews
Great news, William is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in California

Recent reviews

My Therapist is great! I find their suggestions and insights very helpful!

Reviewed November 2024

William has helped me more than I can thank him. He is knowledgeable, empathetic and has helped me focus on areas I need to work on . I’m so grateful I have him

Reviewed August 2024

More about William

  • 35 years' experience
  • Male
  • LMFT

I am Marriage and Family Therapist with over 30 years experience. I have worked with individuals, couples and families in crisis and those wanting to improve their relationships. I have worked with military families and service members as well as vets. I have extensive experience with PTSD and Combat Stress. I have experience working with Depression, Anxiety and sexual abuse issues. I have extensive experience working with families with special needs children (mostly Autism). I have conducted workshops on Couples Communication and work with couples and families to improve their communication.

I have experience working with Men's issues. I work on teaching men how to avoid domestic violence issues to parenting as a man. I also work to help men co-parent in divorce and separation.

I work from a rational behavioral approach believing that everyone has the ability and can resolve their issues and problems. I believe that a good therapist will not only listen to their clients but will be active in teaching and improving the skills needed to improve your live and happiness.

I look forward to working with you to improve your relationships with yourself, your family and everyone in your life.

Specialties

Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Depression Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Intimacy-related issues Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes ADHD Abandonment Antisocial personality Attachment issues Autism and Asperger Syndrome Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Hospice and end-of-life counseling Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Paranoia Personality disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Social anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

William Fenton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164937918.

  • LMFT · California · LMFT32307 · Expires April 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 William Fenton

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

Overall rating:

4.5

44 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Great Helpful Excellent Helping Listens Perfect Understanding Amazing Grateful

My Therapist is great! I find their suggestions and insights very helpful!

Reviewed November 2024

William has helped me more than I can thank him. He is knowledgeable, empathetic and has helped me focus on areas I need to work on . I’m so grateful I have him

Reviewed August 2024

Patient and insightful, with the experience 11/10

Reviewed August 2024

Dr. Fenton is the reason we have continued with Betterhelp. He is hands down the best therapist we've worked with (Including on Betterhelp & outside)

Reviewed August 2024

William Fenton Is a really great therapist! He has been very helpful to me on my therapy journey!

Reviewed June 2024

William has seen me through the most challenging period of my life. He gave me perspective when I couldn't see clearly. He has helped me unpack, process, and redirect with purpose. He's been my constant when I entered my journey of self-discovery. We are now doing inner work... I am grateful for this man.

Reviewed June 2024

William is direct. He provides simple and excellent guidance in a direct manner. I felt that I could talk to William about emotions, though my purpose in therapy was focused more on finding solutions to current issues.

Reviewed May 2024

Mr. Fenton has a unique depth of knowledge that applied directly to my situation(s). He’s very well spoken and is an excellent listener. I appreciate him and his kindness.

Reviewed May 2024

I appreciate how quickly William put together a plan to help me address my concerns

Reviewed April 2024

William is awesome. He has a wide range of experience that is very helpful to my many challenges. I would recommend him to anyone. He’s great! Thank you.

Reviewed December 2023

William is a very kind, understanding therapist. He listens and is very helpful.

Reviewed December 2023

William is an incredible therapist whom gives great feedback and perspective to issues relating to PTSD and better understanding the root causes and affiliated symptoms being encountered.

Reviewed December 2023

He is perfect ! He’s helped me so very much

Reviewed November 2023

Very patient and understanding. Provides good feedback and support.

Reviewed November 2023

William Fenton is helping me to make progress and live a much happier life. I highly recommend him.

Reviewed November 2023

He’s very thoughtful in his responses and provides very helpful tools . I am very impressed by him!

Reviewed September 2023

He is very helpful and responsive.

Reviewed July 2023

I have been blessed to have found William! He is caring , so experienced in his field . He has changed my life !

Reviewed July 2023

Dr Fenton is great. He is real, no nonsense, does not sugar coat anything and is exactly what I needed. I love how he simplifies things for me to help me understand why and where it's coming from. I enjoy talking to him and always leave our sessions with a better understanding of myself, my thoughts and actions, and most importantly how to use that information to try different ways to better things overall.

Reviewed June 2023

Dr. Fenton is a great therapist. He listens and understands your life and experiences, and he empathizes without judging, yet simultaneously, he soothly reminds you that you are in charge of your life, and empowers you to take control of your life. I am happy to have been paired with him and look forward to fixing all my thorns, faults, and vices with his help.

Reviewed May 2023

Seriously! He is amazing. He is VERY direct and that is exactly how I want my therapist to be. He listens, he challenges me, he shows me my patterns, he questions me and he helps me change my thought processes. I've seen clinicians in the past, off and on for when I am in sticky situations, and he is one of the best I've ever tried.

Reviewed May 2023

He’s an excellent therapist. Very attentive and is very good at getting to the heart of a matter, and keeping you on point and focused.

Reviewed May 2023

My experiences with William and Betterhelp have all been positive and helpful. I appreaciate Williams follow up messages checking on me follow our sessions.

Reviewed May 2023

It's nice that there is someone I can share with and checks up on me. It's always good when they have experienced or know other that have.

Reviewed March 2023

He has been a therapist for longer than I have been alive. Good enough for me.

Reviewed February 2023

Dr. Fenton really has helped me open up and allow me to feel my emotions. He is extremely knowledgeable and has given me additional resources that have helped me as well. He listens and helps give direction when appropriate and needed. strongly recommended.

Reviewed April 2023

Awsome

Reviewed April 2023

William is kind , compassionate . He has helped me with my anxiety and life changes by explaining things so simply and giving me tools that are Simple and help me greatly. I’m grateful .

Reviewed December 2022

William has helped me cope with my childhood traumas, how to set boundaries and continue to make sure they're respected, he has helped guide me to delegating responsibilities to others and not take on too much and how to work through issues in relationships. I feel like I have a lot of tools to continue to work on myself.

Reviewed November 2022

Excellent therapist !

Reviewed November 2022

Thankful for William. I learn more about myself everyday. He helps me guide through past traumas and work through the things I have going on

Reviewed November 2022

I met this wonderful gentleman today and I now have hope . Perfect match . Great listener non judgemental Thank you Ks

Reviewed August 2022

Amazing therapist. Keeps me grounded and on track.

Reviewed June 2022

so far so good :)

Reviewed May 2022

William has been the perfect counselor for me.

Reviewed May 2022

Calm, engaging, immensely helpful and easy to talk to

Reviewed April 2022

I worked through 3 different therapists on Betterhelp before I got matched with William, but now I feel like I've found my forever-therapist. I love that he challenges me & calls me out (kindly) when I'm falling into my own mental traps. He's there to remind me of my goals & values when I get distracted and to remind me of my unique strengths when I'm too hard on myself. After only a few months of working together, I feel like I now have William on my shoulder, whispering in my ear even outside of therapy... reminding me of my worth & telling me to bring more ease into my life. Whereas other therapists told me what I wanted to hear, William tells me what I need to hear & is a perfect match to my energy. So thankful I found him & can't imagine the last 6 months without his support.

Reviewed March 2022

William Fenton has pointed out things about me that i wasnt aware of about myself. i didnt realize i broke so many fair fighting rules. he even taught me to stand my ground in my relationship with my husband without causing another fight. the biggest thing I've learned from william fenton is perception...how to perceive issues appropriately in order to solve issues effectively. my work life and my love life feels less stressful and more manageable. i am definitely keeping william in my life!!

Reviewed November 2021

I really appreciate William so far.

Reviewed November 2021

William is thoughtful and kind. He helped me deal with my issues and made me realize there’s a way to face it properly

Reviewed November 2021

William has been helping me with my insecurities. He understands how I am feeling and puts into words those feelings in a way that brings me clarity and validation. He changes my perspective in a positive way. I really appreciate his feedback and assurance.

Reviewed November 2021

Only a few sesh with him and I feel he technique is helping me to feel motivated and responsible for my actions. He is helping me see my underline patterns I’ve been creating

Reviewed November 2021

In just a short time, I know that William Fenton will help me through the things I need help with. He is very insightful, a great listener and gives outstanding feedback which has made me think about things in a different way. I’m very appreciative for BetterHelp and that I was connected with William Fenton.

Reviewed November 2021

William is an amazing person who tries to help you become stronger. He wants the best for you and is willing to anything he possibly can to help. Thank you Will

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does William Fenton offer telehealth visits?

Yes. William Fenton 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 William Fenton speak?

William Fenton speaks English.

How many years of experience does William Fenton have?

William Fenton has 35 years of experience.

Where is William Fenton licensed to practice?

William Fenton is licensed to practice in California.

Does William Fenton accept clients outside of the United States?

No, William Fenton 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 William Fenton offer?

William Fenton offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with William Fenton?

William Fenton 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 William Fenton?

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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