Great listener and advisor.
Linda Lay, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Linda 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 Linda. View 33 reviews
- Great news, Linda is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Arkansas and Texas
Recent reviews
Linda is giving me tools that will help equip me for the future. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. I can’t say enough wonderful things her.
More about Linda
- 16 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in Arkansas with 16 years of professional work experience. In my practice I primarily serve those who are experiencing stress, anxiety, response to trauma and abuse, & person issues dealing with lack of motivation, low self esteem, and confidence. Many of my clients are working through issues dealing with life changes.
Therapy with me generally begins with helping 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 seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Coping with life changes
ADHD
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Depression
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Aging and geriatric issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Linda Lay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629229596.
- LPC · Arkansas · P1109070 · Expires May 2026
- LPC · Texas · 97061 · Expires March 2027
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 Linda Lay
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Great listener and advisor.
Linda is giving me tools that will help equip me for the future. She is very knowledgeable and helpful. I can’t say enough wonderful things her.
Linda is an amazing therapist! I have so appreciated my time with her!
She did not beat around the bush, she addressed the issue at hand and gave me some amazing simple tips to use and they have been wonderful.
Have greatly enjoyed my time with Linda. She listens and understands where I'm coming from.
She is insightful and always helpful.
I have gained a lot by talking with Linda. She listens, gives great feedback, and I feel like she truly understands my situation.
She is so easy to talk to. I’ve never had a therapist listen to me like she does and REALLY hear me and my concerns. Always has clear suggestions to help me in my life. Love her!!
Linda has been critical in my recovery and has enabled me to “find my feet” again. I will always be grateful for her gifts!
She is very easy to talk too
Love her
Linda listens and understands what you are asking her about very well She also has recommendations for you to try out as well to help you get where you are trying to get to
I.have found Linda Lay to have good advise. She is a good listener with good suggestions. She has a lot of good experience in different areas of life,'s challenges!
Linda is very helpful ， good listener, and she try to understand what I want to express and offer me some guidance with her experience. Thanks God for that .
Linda could not be a better therapist, mentor and friend
Linda is not only a wonderful therapist but just an amazing person in general. I know that she truly cares about me and my progress and I love meeting with her weekly. It’s my safe space!! When I was unable to meet with her for several months, I seriously missed her! I’m so glad to be back.
Linda is amazing and could put into words how I felt about my current situation. Sometimes things are difficult to face, but her expertise was mind-blowing and helped me understand myself better. I am grateful for all the sessions I had with her and would definetly reach out again when needed!
Miss Linda has been very helpful in me realizing things that I need to address and ways in which I'm able to change them.
Linda provides timely feedback and listens to my concerns and issues.
She was easy to talk to and extremely helpful.
Linda is excellent! She has given me many tools to work with to help my anxiety. She also is always willing to listen and respond in a timely manner.
Wonderful therapist who really dissects your situation and provides you with instant ways of coping. My mental state is a 180° already with the guidance she has given me!
Attentive and kind
She is very understanding of anxiety issues and all of the difficulties it brings! Very helpful!
We’ve met once and it went well. I feel understood & cared for by Linda & that she’s on my side.
So far, I’ve had 2 sessions with Linda and I am very satisfied. I’m looking forward to our next session.
She makes me feel that I am not alone in the world She encourages me and offer suggestions that are usually very helpful.
best person
great
She knowledgeable kind and understanding. I feel comfortable talking to Linda feels like 2 old friends talking
Linda is absolutely incredible. She shows empathy, brings in extensive knowledge. I am extremely happy with the support and care of Linda.
Linda is a expert I must say, I feel very satisfied and relieved when I finish a session with her. Even for the days I feel overwhelmed and the time is up, I would get a message from her and it would make me feel better about a situation. Linda listens to every detail and helps me solve my problems, no kidding I would recommend her
i have had few sessions with her and she gets me …I can strongly say she’s good at what she does
Frequently asked questions
Does Linda Lay offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Linda Lay 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 Linda Lay speak?
Linda Lay speaks English.
How many years of experience does Linda Lay have?
Linda Lay has 16 years of experience.
Where is Linda Lay licensed to practice?
Linda Lay is licensed to practice in Arkansas and Texas.
Does Linda Lay accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Linda Lay 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 Linda Lay offer?
Linda Lay offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Linda Lay?
Linda Lay 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 Linda Lay?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.