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Ginna Downing, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ginna 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 Ginna. View 38 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

Ginna is the best! She is so kind and supportive. Always has the best advice and tools for helping with my issues. She is a great listener and I would refer her as a therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

Ginna has been an amazing therapist for me for multiple different things. She helps me navigate my day to day life, gives me strategies to use, and always listens to what my concerns are in a very respectful and caring way. I stopped therapy for a while and when I needed to come back I knew I wanted her to stay my therapist.

Reviewed May 2024

More about Ginna

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with experience working with adults of all ages. I have worked with clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, loss and separation, relationship issues, parenting problems, caregiving conflicts, and issues with work/home balance.

I am primarily a cognitive therapist who works with clients to identify and correct thinking styles that interfere with achievement of personal goals. I approach each client with dignity and respect and strive to develop a positive therapeutic alliance in which I partner with clients to achieve their desired clinical success.

I check messages mid-morning and mid-afternoon seven days a week, so you will hear back from me the day of your initial contact, or the very next day, at the latest. I look forward to hearing from you and discussing how we can work together to achieve your personal goals.

Please remember that BetterHelp is not appropriate if you are in crisis or in immediate need of assistance. In crisis situations, please call 911 or your local emergency services. You can also call 988 to talk to someone right away.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Compassion fatigue Aging and Geriatric Issues Caregiver issues and stress Commitment Issues Divorce and separation Family of Origin Issues Family Problems First Responder Issues Life purpose Midlife crisis Military and Veterans Issues Mood disorders Pregnancy and childbirth Women's issues Workplace issues Young Adult Issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Ginna Downing's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265187827.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH14706 · 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions. Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

Reviews for Ginna Downing

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

Overall rating:

4.5

38 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Amazing Listens Helped Understanding Caring Excellent Insightful Perfect Recommend

Ginna is the best! She is so kind and supportive. Always has the best advice and tools for helping with my issues. She is a great listener and I would refer her as a therapist.

Reviewed June 2024

Ginna has been an amazing therapist for me for multiple different things. She helps me navigate my day to day life, gives me strategies to use, and always listens to what my concerns are in a very respectful and caring way. I stopped therapy for a while and when I needed to come back I knew I wanted her to stay my therapist.

Reviewed May 2024

Always great to listen to me and offer the help I need

Reviewed May 2024

Ginna is great she has help me with confidence to make life changing decisions

Reviewed May 2024

Excellent listener with significant experience and expertise to provide advice and guidance.

Reviewed April 2024

I have been working with Ginna for over a month now and couldn't be happier. She is incredibly insightful and helpful understanding relationship dynamics and what makes people tic. I came into this service skeptical of how a remote counselor could help me; after the first session I realized she was someone I wish I would've been working with many years ago. I walk away from every one of our appointments feeling more confident, and with a better sense of understanding of myself and my partner. She is a wealth of knowledge and has such a great perspective on life. I would encourage anyone to reach out for help and advice from her.

Reviewed February 2024

Very easy to talk to and knowledgeable. Comfortable setting, the conversation flows naturally

Reviewed January 2024

Ginna is amazing .Im very greatfull I found her through BH

Reviewed December 2023

Ginna is a fantastic therapist and provides sound advice and listens. She is a wealth of knowledge and has provided me with a sense of peace as we have navigated through our time together thus far.

Reviewed December 2023

Ginna has been great to work with. She’s always quick to respond to messages between online sessions. Random positive notes from Ginna always seem to come at a needed time for me.

Reviewed December 2023

In the short time I’ve had Ginna as a therapist she has been a great support, reminding me of how much I have accomplished and teaching me how deal with and reframe tough situations. Always kind, patient and takes the time to listen. Great therapist!

Reviewed December 2023

Ginnna is amazing and has helped me deal with stressful situations and a strong headed husband. I feel she has brought me to a stage in my relationship that I would not have been able to achieve without her

Reviewed November 2023

Ginna is patient, friendly and insightful. I appreciate her allowing our sessions to be conversational. I would definitely recommend her to others looking for a therapist who listens and engages in a meaningful way.

Reviewed November 2023

Ginna is kind and real. I have been able to share my thoughts and feelings and not only be validated but understood and had help working through my issues with death that I just don't think I would be able to do on my own. It feels great to have someone who is there for you when you need it.

Reviewed November 2023

Ginna is beaing amazing therapist ,

Reviewed August 2023

Ginna listens and offers a unbiased option. She retains important information and offers a different point of view

Reviewed June 2023

Ginna is always responsive and reaches out to me also. Super supportive and understanding.

Reviewed May 2023

Ginna is great, has supported my growth since we first started communicating. She has alot of experience with alot of what has happened in my past.

Reviewed April 2023

A perfect match for me! Gina is awesome and has really helped me !

Reviewed April 2023

Ginna is wonderful, she helped me formulate a plan when I was stuck. I was finally ready to move forward when I medical issue derailed my plan and now she’s been helping me navigate that issue.

Reviewed April 2023

Gina is being amazing

Reviewed March 2023

She’s amazing! She reminds me that I’m not a bad person and makes me feel good.

Reviewed February 2023

Ginna was the perfect therapist for me st the perfect time.

Reviewed February 2023

The best!

Reviewed February 2023

Ginna is great, very supportive and caring. We clicked from the first meeting and I felt like she really listened and understood me.

Reviewed January 2023

Ginna has been great! She works with my schedule for calls and is always responsive when I message.

Reviewed January 2023

I feel very lucky that I found such a competent therapist that was a good match for me right away.

Reviewed December 2022

Ginna has been fantastic and provided invaluable advice. She is accessible and very easy to interact with. I would highly recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed December 2022

just great

Reviewed November 2022

Excellent session

Reviewed November 2022

Ginna is an absolute rockstar. She listens intently, validates my voice, and gives the most helpful advice. I’m so thankful for her wisdom through experience and appreciate the time and thought she gives each of our sessions. Thank you so much Ginna!!!

Reviewed November 2022

Ginna he’s very attentive, and really does listen to me through counseling sessions and give some wonderful advice

Reviewed November 2022

"When the student is ready, the teacher will appear." I don't know who said it first, but it applies completely to my experience with Ginna. She is a qualified, professional, caring therapist and the right thing at the right time for me. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed September 2022

Talking to Ginna is always a pleasure, she helps me get through the tough times.

Reviewed September 2022

I started this online therapy journey with some hesitancy, but Ginna has so far exceeded my expectations of what this experience would be like. I'm very grateful I got matched with her.

Reviewed August 2022

Excellent therapist, thoughtful and insightful

Reviewed August 2022

Ginna is kind, understanding, intuitive, and a great listener. She truly cares about the well-being of her clients, and is quick to answer any messages sent outside of the scheduled sessions. She has helped me grow and become a more authentic version of myself in the time we’ve had together.

Reviewed July 2022

Ginna is a great communicator who really listens and offers great advice when needed. Very thankful for our sessions together.

Reviewed July 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ginna Downing offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Ginna Downing 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 Ginna Downing speak?

Ginna Downing speaks English.

How many years of experience does Ginna Downing have?

Ginna Downing has 10 years of experience.

Where is Ginna Downing licensed to practice?

Ginna Downing is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Ginna Downing accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Ginna Downing 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 Ginna Downing offer?

Ginna Downing offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Ginna Downing?

Ginna Downing 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 Ginna Downing?

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.