Marcelo is incredibly straightforward. There is not a second wasted in our appointments. He has a way of being observant and telling you what you need to hear and does so with compassion and understanding. I’ve never had a therapist who “lead me to water” as quickly and kindly as Marcelo. Even though I feel heard and understood, I never feel like he lets me off the hook without doing serious work and self reflection. I tried other therapists on BetterHelp and I’m so happy to say that the third time was a charm!
Marcelo Gonzalez, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Marcelo is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Marcelo. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
He was very helpful and insightful and asked lots of questions. I felt very engaged and he took a real interest in my discussion of issues and coping mechanisms.
More about Marcelo
- 10 years' experience
- Male
- LCPC
I am licensed in Illinois with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with many issues. From feelings of isolation to managing the day to day stress, there are times when you need help finding a new lens view life's experiences. Working from a holistic perspective, my goal is to always provide an encouraging, empathetic and affirming environment to explore new perspectives. I'm experienced in aiding those who are struggling with issues of identity (gender, race, nationality, etc.), low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, phase of life issues, career transitions, LGBTQ-related issues, and acculturation issues. Meeting people where they are at with a judgment-free and authentic approach, I help individuals, couples, and families create room to find new ways to achieve their goals and create insight into the challenges, barriers, and patterns. To help create growth. People represent so many individual identities, from gender, culture, ethnicity, geographic location, etc. I strive to engage and assist each individual in exploring how the culmination one's identities within our society may affect how one walks through the world and the lens they use.
Specialties
LGBT
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Stress
Anxiety
Intimacy-related issues
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
BDSM
Kink
Alternative Sex Culture
Commitment Issues
Expats
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Immigration Issues
Impulsivity
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural Concerns
Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships
Prejudice and Discrimination
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Workplace issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Marcelo Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518418037.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180.013409 · 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 Marcelo Gonzalez
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Marcelo is incredibly straightforward. There is not a second wasted in our appointments. He has a way of being observant and telling you what you need to hear and does so with compassion and understanding. I’ve never had a therapist who “lead me to water” as quickly and kindly as Marcelo. Even though I feel heard and understood, I never feel like he lets me off the hook without doing serious work and self reflection. I tried other therapists on BetterHelp and I’m so happy to say that the third time was a charm!
He was very helpful and insightful and asked lots of questions. I felt very engaged and he took a real interest in my discussion of issues and coping mechanisms.
Marcelo is very straightforward with the logistics of how our relationship works, and has a very relatable demeanor. I appreciate his humor, which I invite, and he has been incredibly generous with his ability to lessen the severity of my own perception of my situation. He’s great.
Marcelo is a honest and very knowledgeable therapist, I only had one conversation with him so far but it was very insightful and he told me things about my ADD condition that I didn’t know that was helpful for understanding what I’ve been going through.
I've only had one session, but it was excellent and led to a week of reflection and at least one instance of a change in behavior.
Frequently asked questions
Does Marcelo Gonzalez offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Marcelo Gonzalez 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 Marcelo Gonzalez speak?
Marcelo Gonzalez speaks English.
How many years of experience does Marcelo Gonzalez have?
Marcelo Gonzalez has 10 years of experience.
Where is Marcelo Gonzalez licensed to practice?
Marcelo Gonzalez is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Marcelo Gonzalez accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Marcelo Gonzalez 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 Marcelo Gonzalez offer?
Marcelo Gonzalez offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Marcelo Gonzalez?
Marcelo Gonzalez 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 Marcelo Gonzalez?
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Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.