Mark has been a great help to me as I confront life's challenges. The past year I've gained a lot of peace and great insight from him, and highly recommend him
Harold (Mark) Lester, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Harold 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 Harold. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Virginia
Recent reviews
Always there to listen and encourages me in my personal development.
More about Harold
- 30 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
I am licensed in Virginia with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Anger management
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Licenses
Harold (Mark) Lester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811976376.
- LPC · Virginia · 0701002968 · 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, 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 Harold (Mark) Lester
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Mark has been a great help to me as I confront life's challenges. The past year I've gained a lot of peace and great insight from him, and highly recommend him
Always there to listen and encourages me in my personal development.
I've been seeing Mark for the past 6 months, and it's been amazing. While I have so much yet to learn about my life and how to improve it, it's life-changing to have someone in your corner looking out for you and willing to honestly tell you what he thinks you can do to make things right.
Mark has been a great help to me. Great listener, give great advice & has helped me see things from a different perspective. He always has time for me even when I’m texting or calling at the last possible minute of the day
Mark has been great to have as a therapist. I’ve never had a therapist before & he has been great at allowing me to bring up various areas in my life that present challenges to me, & he’s helped me focus on specific things to improve in my own life while also learning to be patient with other things that I don’t have any control over.
So far my experience has been good and he listens well and catches things I say and comes back around to them or ask further questions if something seems off or needs more elaboration. Only had 3 so far but i look forward to moving forward.
He has helped me through something that I really needed.
Frequently asked questions
Does Harold (Mark) Lester offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Harold (Mark) Lester 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 Harold (Mark) Lester speak?
Harold (Mark) Lester speaks English.
How many years of experience does Harold (Mark) Lester have?
Harold (Mark) Lester has 30 years of experience.
Where is Harold (Mark) Lester licensed to practice?
Harold (Mark) Lester is licensed to practice in Virginia.
Does Harold (Mark) Lester accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Harold (Mark) Lester 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."
How can I communicate with Harold (Mark) Lester?
Harold (Mark) Lester 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 Harold (Mark) Lester?
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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.