Like anywhere with a large population, a number of people in Indianapolis may be experiencing life challenges such as domestic violence, family conflict, or trauma from unresolved issues. 

For those seeking support from a therapist, Indianapolis, Indiana may seem like a sure thing for finding a perfect match. But even in a big city, there’s difficulty knowing what mental health professional is going to be best to meet your needs. Finding a therapist with an extensive background in the area you need, whether it be anxiety disorders, eating disorders, or self-discovery isn’t always easy. 

That’s where online therapy from a platform like BetterHelp can help. BetterHelp offers over 30,000 mental health professionals with specialties in any number of specialties like cognitive behavior therapy, EMDR, or a holistic approach to mental health. By filling out an online questionnaire, you can be matched with a therapist that meets your own goals and needs. Many people also find it far more convenient to meet with a therapist online. Appointments can fit into any busy schedule, and sessions can be attended from the comfort of your own home or office through video chat, phone, or text messaging. 

The road to self-knowledge and self-discovery can sometimes use a helpful guide. The therapists at BetterHelp can offer coping skills, stress management techniques, and relaxation exercises that can lead to improved mental health and feelings of well-being. If you’re a professional or student living in the Columbus area and feel that it’s time to make a positive change in your life, therapy with one of BetterHelp’s many licensed counselors can be beneficial in helping you reach that goal.

Psychologist Holly Sayer providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Holly Sayer

Clinician
License Type(s): MA,LMHC,LPC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsDepression
18 years offering treatment

Hi, my name is Holly. I am licensed Counselor in the state of Michigan and Indiana. I have been working in the mental health field for 18 years. I have a wide range of experience with mental health issues. I enjoy working with individuals and couples. I am a continual learner. I want to be the best therapist I can be for you; so that you can feel better quickly! I know what it feels like to struggle with anxiety and depression. I wanted relief fast. Through the help of therapy, I found my way out and I hope you'll trust me enough to help you find your way out as well. My clients telI me they feel very comfortable talking with me. I center my practice on compassion. I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I also have experience and training in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy. I hope you’ll find that I care a lot about my clients’ progress towards their goals. I want you to feel comfortable to let me know at any point if there is something different you want from me. I'm always open to your feedback. This process is about meeting your goals! https://restorerenewonline.wixsite.com/onlinecounseling

Psychologist Renae Cameron providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Renae Cameron

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Indiana with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & anger management. I work with 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 sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Gail Norton-Hale providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Gail Norton-Hale

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesDepression
44 years offering treatment

I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana with 44 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with Clinical Depression, Bipolar Disorder, PTSD., Anxiety Disorders, Relationship problems, Family Conflicts, Communication building and & parenting issues. and training. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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.

Psychologist Donna Taylor providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Donna Taylor

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyIntimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes
40 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Indiana with 40 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, intimacy related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. 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. I have a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling, and also in Vocational Counseling, so I can help in Career Counseling, as well. I am a Christian, so Christian Counseling can be offered. One of my specialties is also Family Systems Therapy, so Couples Counseling is also available. I am looking forward to working with you.

Psychologist Dr. Chelsea Bennett providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Dr. Chelsea Bennett

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Trauma and abuse
4 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Ohio with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse. 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.

Psychologist Christopher Martin providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Christopher Martin

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefSelf esteem
14 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Indiana and Ohio and hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Science in Counseling and Psychology, both from Troy University. I have 15 years of professional work experience working with a range of patients from children to adults and families. Throughout my career, I have specialized in trauma focused therapy and have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, professional development, & coping with grief and loss. My philosophy of counseling is a comprehensive blend combining person-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and reality therapy that focuses on acceptance and accountability of one’s past and current self, while building resiliency by making the everyday changes in one’s personal life with the understanding that perfection is not the goal. I believe in a mind-body connection where one’s physical health and mental health are intricately connected. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and plan for treatment in collaboration with you to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am excited to be part of this process with you.

Psychologist Shana Funk providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Shana Funk

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesDepression
10 years offering treatment

Do you feel buried in the stress of life and relationships? What if I told you that you are not buried, you are planted. I believe that many of life's issues can be resolved by making a series of small, meaningful changes in difficult situations, and I am here to walk through that with you. I have a passion for helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, & parenting issues. I am licensed in Indiana with over 10 years of professional work experience. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Frankye Johnson providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Frankye Johnson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
40 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Indiana with 39 years of professional clinical work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, depression, and life circumstance/situation issues. I especially enjoy working with Black/African American clients. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear or judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Lauren Cooper providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Lauren Cooper

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefDepression
5 years offering treatment

Glennon Doyle says, "Be messy and complicated and afraid and show up anyway." It can be really scary to reach out for help when you're feeling stuck, when you're feeling out of control, or when you simply don't like who or what you see in the mirror. This is the part where I humbly invite you to take the leap and be vulnerable. Whether you're a child dealing with behavioral or emotional difficulties, a teen dealing with anxiety or depression, or an adult dealing with the general messiness of life - I am here for you and I believe things can get better. I use a person-centered approach with clients because therapy is not a "one-size fits all" - it should be a collaborative process based on what YOU want and need. I have experience with children & adolescents 5 to 17 years, young adults, & families (biological, foster, adoptive, and chosen!). I specialize in treating trauma, LGBTQ+, & body image issues. It's okay to feel stuck, but you don't have to unpack and live in that space. The life you imagined for yourself, for your child, and for your family is still possible. Match with me today, and we can take the first step together! Please keep in mind that I am only available in the evenings.

Psychologist Valorie James providing different types of therapy in Indianapolis

Valorie James

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
24 years offering treatment

My name is Valorie James, and I hold licenses to provide counseling services in Illinois, Michigan and Indiana. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self-esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. My counseling approach is both focused and professional but also relaxed. I am known for being supportive, attentive, and impartial. I focus on identifying your strengths and helping you maximize them to overcome obstacles and/or manage them effectively in your life. I am available to assist you in addressing current challenges and provide a safe space for honest communication. You have taken the first and most crucial step by reaching out for help. After your review of this message, should you choose to move forward, feel free to view my calendar and choose a day an time that fits you best. Cheers on taking steps to participate in counseling, regardless of whether this is your first go around or not. I recognize it takes courage and thank you for considering me to help you on this journey.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Indianapolis?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Indianapolis that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Indianapolis available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Indianapolis therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Indianapolis therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Indianapolis region and in the state of Indiana.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Indianapolis can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Indianapolis may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Indianapolis offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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