Esker Farris, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Esker is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

Great news, Esker is accepting new clients!: He is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Virginia and Maryland

More about Esker

16 years' experience
Male
LPC, LCPC

I am a retired military officer/Veteran with twenty-six (28) years of experience helping people of all ages, ethnic and social backgrounds, and their families deal with stress resulting from extended separations, finances, child rearing, marriage, and bereavement. My wife of 47 years and I have raised three children and have served in community sponsored programs for youth and families.

I own a privately owned counseling business, Hope Counseling LLC, providing professional counseling services to adolescents, adults, couples, premarital and married couples. CBT and Prolonged Exposure trauma trained by the Beck Institute; REBT trained by the Ellis Institute; EMDRIA approved EMDR training by EMDR Consulting; EFT training by the Baltimore-Washington Institute for Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT); Couple Counseling trained by the Gottman Institute; Personality Assessment training by the Personality Insights Institute.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Family conflicts Depression Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Coping with life changes Coaching ADHD Attachment issues Blended Family Issues Control issues Divorce and separation Family of Origin Issues Family Problems First Responder Issues Forgiveness Impulsivity Infidelity Military and Veterans Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Obsessions Compulsions and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality Disorders Phobias Post-traumatic stress Process addiction (porn exercise gambling) Self-Harm Sex Addiction

Treatment Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Gottman Method
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Esker Farris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013242114.

LPC · Virginia · 0701006171 · Expires June 2025
LCPC · Maryland · LC4571 · Expires January 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space. Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Esker Farris offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Esker Farris 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 Esker Farris speak?

Esker Farris speaks English.

How many years of experience does Esker Farris have?

Esker Farris has 16 years of experience.

Where is Esker Farris licensed to practice?

Esker Farris is licensed to practice in Virginia and Maryland.

Does Esker Farris accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Esker Farris 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 Esker Farris offer?

Esker Farris offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Gottman Method, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Esker Farris?

Esker Farris 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 Esker Farris?

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.