Hello, thanks for taking a moment to get to know me better! My name is Monaé and I am a licensed mental health therapist in Illinois and New York with over 8 years of clinical experience. I have worked in several settings including private practice, hospitals, schools, online support, and community mental health organizations. Throughout my practice, I have worked with diverse populations such as at risk youth, adults, disadvantaged families, and LGBTQ. I specialize in areas of anxiety, crisis counseling, depression, Bi-polar disorder, complex trauma/abuse, anger management, and relational conflicts.
My passion in the helping profession began as I overcame my own personal experience with trauma. I’ve witnessed loved ones struggle with depression and suicidal ideation. I became a Trauma-Informed Yoga Instructor and began combining a more holistic approach to wellness. I also chose to become an active leader and dedicated therapist to further support others in moments and phases when life seems overwhelming. As a person of color, I know firsthand how challenging it can be to find a culturally sensitive therapist. I strive to always create a safe place for those who identify in minority and LGBTQ populations.
I have expertise using evidenced-based models such as Functional Family Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. In addition, I use solution focused approaches and holistic mindfulness techniques. My therapeutic style is warm and supportive. I create an environment for you to feel comfortable enough to express yourself but challenging enough to help you discover new insights. Building rapport is key to beneficial change and it is something I am very genuine about. I encourage you to share deep thoughts, beliefs, and emotions regarding their concerns. In turn, I listen with an open mind and unconditional positive regard. Together we will set therapeutic goals and work at a pace that is suitable for your growth. I look forward to hearing from you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Coaching, ADHD, Attachment issues, Codependency, Self-love
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Monae Weathington. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I love growing with Monae. She offers a safe space to reflect, introduce new ideas, reprogram core beliefs and check the narratives you bring to things. She also affirms areas where you’ve improved. Her communication style is very consistent, kind, and responsive. She is a gem. Very thankful for her support as I unravel myself.
Written on Jan 24, 2021 after therapy with Monae for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
I highly recommend Monae. She has been a tremendous resource over the past 6 months as I have navigated changes in relationships, states of high anxiety, and grief. She has helped me work towards my goals in therapy and given me tools that have helped me. She has helped me discover unproductive patterns and themes in my life that have made my goals harder to reach. I have learned so much during this time. She has taught me about triggers, motivation, and tools to manage my stress. I’m grateful for her!
Written on Oct 17, 2020 after therapy with Monae for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues
This was my first time ever seeing a therapist. At first I was very apprehensive not being sure what to expect from this experience but after working with Ms.Weathington, my entire perspective has changed. She has helped me come out of the most intense depressive episode I’ve ever experienced. I’ve had an entire 360 mentally after working with her over the course of a few months. I am now in a place I never thought I could be thanks to her guidance. I’m thankful to have had experienced her expertise and can finally now say that I’m better. I still have ways to go but I’ve come so far! She’s nothing short of amazing!
Written on Sep 11, 2020 after therapy with Monae for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Monae has literally changed my life ! I'm so thankful for her expertise, consistency and perspectives. She truly supports my self-growth and self-awareness.
Written on Aug 20, 2020 after therapy with Monae for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Monae has been a most patient listener and has helped me identify some great frameworks for me to tackle my thoughts and feelings.
Written on Jun 19, 2020 after therapy with Monae for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Working with Monae was very helpful. I was skeptical about working with a counselor but she was warm and asked me questions that really made me look at things in a different way. The skills that she provided for me were very helpful and made me do some critical thinking. She allows you to express yourself and she listens. I felt challenged every session. After 3 months I feel like I am in a much better place than when I first signed up for this process. Thank you!!
Written on May 29, 2020 after therapy with Monae for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes