Since I meet Merial for therapy, she creates a safe and soothing environment. Her ability to be an active listener allows me the opportunity to process my emotions. The tone in her voice is never condescending or demeaning. Through therapy with Merial, I want to gain an awareness of healing through my grief. I want to gain an understanding of how to be whole and not broken. Life is to short to be holding on to pain. I have faith in Merial to walk this journey with me.
Merial Berry, LSCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Merial 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 Merial. View 23 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Kansas and Missouri
Recent reviews
Merial has been helpful to me in talking through issues I am struggling with as well as being a good listener and non-judgmental 3rd party.
More about Merial
- 15 years' experience
- Female
- LSCSW, LCSW
I am licensed in Kansas and Missouri with 11 years of professional work experience. I provide encouragement, support, and an opportunity to challenge you to become the person you desire to be. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Licenses
Merial Berry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1083376008.
- LSCSW · Kansas · 05509 · Expires July 2025
- LCSW · Missouri · 2021010410 · Expires September 2026
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 Merial Berry
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Since I meet Merial for therapy, she creates a safe and soothing environment. Her ability to be an active listener allows me the opportunity to process my emotions. The tone in her voice is never condescending or demeaning. Through therapy with Merial, I want to gain an awareness of healing through my grief. I want to gain an understanding of how to be whole and not broken. Life is to short to be holding on to pain. I have faith in Merial to walk this journey with me.
Merial has been helpful to me in talking through issues I am struggling with as well as being a good listener and non-judgmental 3rd party.
Merial listens and was extremely helpful in helping to reflect and identify things I was unable to identify before our sessions.
Mrs Berry listens to understand. She reads my journal entries then responds which makes our sessions smooth and progressive in a since that I don’t have to catch her up on my life. I recommend Mrs. Merial Berry to anyone.
The first therapist I was matched with, was not a good fit. Honestly, I wasn't all that surprised because I have not had particularly positive experiences with therapists in the past. THEN I MET MERIAL. So far, I have only met with her online three times, but she is already changing my life! I am not exaggerating. I absolutely recommend her to anyone!!! She is so kind and observant and casual and has a way of offering insight that feels so refreshing!
Therapy is uncomfortable, but Merial is very good at pushing you to improve yourself and being kind and compassionate about the process
Merial checks on me and that is important. It makes me think about holding myself accountable.
I have only been with Merial Berry for a month talking with her ,and the goals and homework she has given me has opened my eyes and given me hope, encourages me to work on anxiety exercises,and write it helps .Thank you Mrs.Berry
Great help and really made me comfortable
Since I've started with Merial I've grown in many areas. I am humble to continue to learn and I am grateful to have found a therapist that meets my needs. Still learning, thank you!!!
I really appreciate this lady!
Mariel is very helpful. I need to work on my perspective. She helps a lot by having different perspectives and offers a fresh way to look at things. I also like her strength and confidence with the Bible. She often finds scripture that may be of help to me. She isn’t pushing it just offers scripture that might be helpful. She listens well and respects my opinion.
Merial is so personable and is a fantastic listener. We’ve done several video sessions and after every one I’ve been given something to work on for the week which has helped lessen my anxiety by a ton! She’s the best!
Merial listens and respects my time and voice. She is understanding and works hard to help me become a better version of myself.
Mrs. Berry has been wonderful so far. She really listens and understands my needs and how I got to where I am now. She is very insightful and always gives me another perspective of viewing myself. So far I have really enjoyed her as my therapist.
So far I’ve had two sessions and she has hit a lot of key points. I think she will get me to where I am wanting to be!
Mrs. Berry gets to the depth of your soul then brings you up with real life actions as well as biblical knowledge that encourages, supports, and gives you a goal to achieve. All these things allow you to walk in a newness of life knowing things are alright and get better with timely actions.
I enjoy her feed back and timely manner
Very responsive & prompt in feedback.
Merial was very good at reassuring me and I always felt like she understood and listened to me well. She gave me sound advice and it was never hard to talk to her. My feelings felt validated, but she helped me reaffirm my values and goals in life.
Merial is an awesome ACTIVE listener and has provided some very useful insights to me. She seems to know just exactly what it is I need to hear and apply to change my personal behaviors. Her professionalism and caring composure is appreciated!
Merial did a great job at guiding meaningful discussion to aid in uncovering and making sense of certain thoughts and feelings I struggle with. Additionally, I’m left with resources I can think back to and look back on as reminders and refreshers if I feel old insecurities creeping back in. I enjoyed our sessions together and got a great deal of value out of them!
I've really enjoyed it so far. She's personable easy to understand. And brings support and expertise to every conversation.
Frequently asked questions
Does Merial Berry offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Merial Berry 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 Merial Berry speak?
Merial Berry speaks English.
How many years of experience does Merial Berry have?
Merial Berry has 15 years of experience.
Where is Merial Berry licensed to practice?
Merial Berry is licensed to practice in Kansas and Missouri.
Does Merial Berry accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Merial Berry 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 Merial Berry offer?
Merial Berry offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
How can I communicate with Merial Berry?
Merial Berry 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 Merial Berry?
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.