I can't recommend Valesta enough! She is extremely compassionate, intelligent, and you can really tell she cares about the work she is doing. So happy to have been connected with her!
Valesta Lynch, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counselling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Valesta is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.9 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Valesta. View 10 reviews
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Accepts worldwide clients
Recent reviews
Incredibly helpful
More about Valesta
- 7 years' experience
- Female
- LMHC
As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice centers on empowering clients through challenges related to depression, anxiety, relationship dynamics, and self-esteem. I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive approach to addressing women's issues, communication barriers, and personal growth.
My therapeutic work focuses on helping clients develop self-love, explore life purpose, and heal from experiences of guilt, shame, and body image struggles. Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their unique experiences and build resilience.
With a deep commitment to understanding each client's individual journey, I strive to provide affirming, personalized support that honors your lived experiences and supports your path toward healing and self-discovery. My approach is grounded in respect, empathy, and a genuine belief in your capacity for growth and transformation.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Depression
Intimacy-related issues
Body image
Communication problems
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Self-love
Women's issues
Insurance Accepted
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield New York
- Cigna
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- GEHA
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- UMR
- UnitedHealthcare
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Existential Therapy
Licenses
Valesta Lynch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164021705.
- LMHC · New York · 010755 · Renews March 2026
About online counselling
- Counselling without referrals.
- No doctor referral required.
- Convenient.
- Virtual counselling sessions are a flexible alternative to in-person therapy.
- Available now.
- Counselling in as little as 48 hours. No waiting list and no calls to make.
Online counselling 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 counselling is generally more affordable than in-person counselling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counselling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Valesta Lynch
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I can't recommend Valesta enough! She is extremely compassionate, intelligent, and you can really tell she cares about the work she is doing. So happy to have been connected with her!
Incredibly helpful
Valesta is great! Highly attentive and understands what I am going through. Very nice to speak with
Good listener, comforting presence ,
She is very helpful in seeking resources and can provide the best advice possible
Immensely knowledgeable and able to make you feel comfortable and brings additional insights and just an open ear
Valesta is a great communicator and a kind-hearted therapist that listens with compassion and actively supports me and my goals in sessions. Highly appreciated and recommended!!
I really enjoy speaking to my therapist she understands me Valesta makes me feel super comfortable to express my true feelings and my true thoughts without any judgment even helps me identify things when I’m unsure if it’s exactly what I think or feel
Valesta has given me advice that I’ve never received before. She’s told me the things I need to hear instead of the things I would “want” to hear which has greatly helped me realize my own mistakes and help me develop my own conscious and allowed me to deal with my issues in a controlled manner.
Valesta creates a trusting and safe space so that I can express emotions. She validates my feelings so that I'm able to process them and offers strategies to help heal. Valesta also asks open-ended questions that are thought provoking. She is the best therapist I've ever had.
Frequently asked questions
Does Valesta Lynch offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Valesta Lynch 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 Valesta Lynch speak?
Valesta Lynch speaks English.
How many years of experience does Valesta Lynch have?
Valesta Lynch has 7 years of experience.
Where is Valesta Lynch licensed to practice?
Valesta Lynch is licensed to practice in New York.
Does Valesta Lynch accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Valesta Lynch accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Valesta Lynch accept insurance?
Yes, Valesta Lynch accepts Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield New York, Cigna, Empire BlueCross BlueShield, GEHA, Optum, Oscar Health, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.
Does Valesta Lynch accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Valesta Lynch 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 Valesta Lynch offer?
Valesta Lynch offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Existential Therapy.
How can I communicate with Valesta Lynch?
Valesta Lynch 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 Valesta Lynch?
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