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Catherine Lyons, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Catherine is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Illinois

More about Catherine

  • 20 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

As a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional issues. My practice focuses on helping clients address depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, and life transitions with compassion and expertise.

I am particularly passionate about working with women, older adults, and individuals experiencing anxiety, isolation, or life transitions. My approach centers on fostering self-love, exploring life purpose, and developing resilient coping strategies.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, heal from past challenges, and cultivate personal growth. I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I'm committed to providing personalized, empathetic guidance tailored to individual needs.

My therapeutic work emphasizes understanding caregiver stress, women's issues, and the nuanced emotional experiences that emerge during significant life stages. I believe in empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding and meaningful strategies for emotional well-being.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Caregiver issues and stress Forgiveness Isolation / loneliness Life purpose Midlife crisis Self-love Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues

Licenses

Catherine Lyons's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245500511.

  • LCSW · Illinois · 149012096 · Renews November 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Catherine Lyons offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Catherine Lyons 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 Catherine Lyons speak?

Catherine Lyons speaks English.

How many years of experience does Catherine Lyons have?

Catherine Lyons has 20 years of experience.

Where is Catherine Lyons licensed to practice?

Catherine Lyons is licensed to practice in Illinois.

Does Catherine Lyons accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Catherine Lyons 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 Catherine Lyons accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Catherine Lyons 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."

How can I communicate with Catherine Lyons?

Catherine Lyons 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 Catherine Lyons?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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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.

FSA/HSA eligible