This is my first time in counseling. My therapist has made this experience pleasant and helpful.
Dr. Jonathan Behler, LCMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Jonathan is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Jonathan. View 82 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in North Carolina, Alabama, and 1 more
Recent reviews
Dr. Behler is a wonder therapist . He listens intently and then he guides me to questions that will lead me to look inside for re-alignment for personal, mental and spiritual growth.
More about Jonathan
- 15 years' experience
- Male
- LCMHC, LPC
In life, you seek out the ability to have peace, harmony, a fulfilling career, and a happy family. However, sometimes these things do not happen, or things go astray. Life happens, tragedy comes about, or situations arise to make you feel unhinged. Sometimes, you just need someone with whom you can unload. Someone who will walk you through solutions to the problems at hand. I would like to be that person for you.
I have a Master's of Divinity in Theology, a Master's in Professional Counseling and a Ph.D. in Psychology. I am certified in AACC counseling with panic disorder; Neurobiology and Addiction; Certified Clinical Trauma Professional; and Certified in PCIT for Traumatized Children. I also have a certification in sexuality and sexual addiction.
I have experience working with clients with depression, anxiety, PTSD, Tourette Syndrome, OCD, marital issues and numerous other mental health issues. I have also worked with military members and their families dealing with PTSD related issues. I have also worked with clergy members and their families dealing with issues of the church.
Specialties
Licenses
Dr. Jonathan Behler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871966150.
- LCMHC · North Carolina · 11786 · Expires June 2025
- LPC · Alabama · LPC04767 · Expires July 2026
- LPC · Virginia · 0701012486 · Expires June 2025
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.
Reviews for Dr. Jonathan Behler
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
This is my first time in counseling. My therapist has made this experience pleasant and helpful.
Dr. Behler is a wonder therapist . He listens intently and then he guides me to questions that will lead me to look inside for re-alignment for personal, mental and spiritual growth.
A true man of God and a great therapist to guide people through life’s tough situations with a biblical worldview. I absolutely love his methods of therapy, the recommended reading or watching or listening assigned for outside therapy, and the prayers at the end of each session really brings it all together. If you’re looking for counseling from a Christian therapist, Dr. Behler is your guy.
Dr. Behler is very good. He takes his time to check on me and is readily available.
He’s helped me learn and accomplish so Much already
Jonathan is awesome ! My growth with his guidance has been amazing . I started off very fearful and worried about the entire process of therapy . But he has managed to assist me with my own personal development , faith and growth as a person. He is definitely an important asset to my mental health and I appreciate him .
He is caring, listens well, and has insightful and practical wisdom that he offers.
Dr. Behler has been a great help for me during a very hard time. He always responds if I send a message in a timely manner. He's very knowledgeable about the Bible and I appreciate his time listening to me.
Always a pleasant experience- enjoy our conversations. He’s helped me process many issues over the last few years. Know I may have a way to go but he’s been instrumental in my path
Very insightful. Has a variety of techniques I have not encountered before that are very helpful
Dr. Behler is the first person to be in my corner in years. He understands my situation naturally, he listens, he guides, he leads, and he cares. He sends me messages outside of our normal hours just to say he hopes I’m having a good weekend. This is the first time in my life where I feel hopeful.
Dr. Behler has been a wonderful therpaist. He's been kind and patient, and has listened to all my problems without complaint or judgement. I know it can be difficult to absorb the trauma of others, but he's been excellent at helping me understand and break down the blocks making up my issues. Absolutely fantastic man. Couldn't recommend him enough.
He has helped me tremendously and I would recommend him to anyone that would need a therapist.
After just a couple weeks with Dr. Behler I already feel like he is putting me on the right track. All of our sessions have been very helpful and I am excited for what the future holds!
I absolutely love Dr. Behler
I have only had my first session with Dr Behler, but what I thought about him when I read his profile was right: he is empathetic, highly qualified and goes over and above. I highly recommend him for anyone dealing with a range of issues if you want to feel like someone is on your side who has a depth of knowledge and compassion.
It really helps to have a compassionate professional listening to me and guiding me through the process of figuring out new things.
Dr. Behler is kind, compassionate, and very wise. His counsel is helping me to grow from week-to-week. So thankful for his experience and insight.
Really really good therapist, helped through my issues in no time!!! Very knowledgeable and very involved!!!
Very knowledgeable and compassionate. Is a good listener, and provides good support. Would recommend.
I just started with Dr.J so far it is going great!!
Dr. Behler is an amazing therapist and has helped me greatly!! He offers methods to help with my concerns, and also through aspects of faith has helped me to heal and understand in many asoects of my life.
Dr. Behler makes me feel understood and heard. He is the best therapist there is. He validates my feelings and helps me to cope with all the stresses of my life. He has an excellent podcast too that is really helping me outside of our sessions. I highly recommend this therapist.
He's awesome. Period.
I had been putting off therapy for years for many reasons when I know I needed it but due to previous personal experience I did not have trust with therapists. I tried another therapist on this app and I couldn’t seem to connect with her the way I needed to. I immediately connected to Dr. Behler as he listened without judgement and empathized which built the trust I was seeking and allowed me to open up to him. He asks me questions in a way that guides me to come to conclusions on my own creating those, “Ah Ha” moments. He then works with me on what to do after those moments to process what has happened or how to change a negative behavior pattern. He is patient, kind and supportive. This, is the furtherest I have made it in therapy and because of Dr. Behler I don’t plan on stopping. With my family and him by my side I know that I have the support to deal with the different traumatic events through my life and finally be able to move forward.
This guy is the man
I live in a community where mental health care is minimal at best. I tried BetterHelp and have found my therapist, Dr Behler, to have been matched with me very well. In my case my identity is in Jesus and I need a therapist who doesn’t talk me out of that, but counsels knowing my Christian background. Now things are making sense.
So far very happy
He is wonderful
Dr.Behler has been such a crucial part of my growth these last few months. He has always provided me with a safe space to talk and he’s so patient and understanding with me. He’s been the first person I’ve ever been able to open up to and feel like they care about what I have to say. He has also helped me with my journey with god, which I really needed when I first met him. He is an amazing therapist and I highly recommend him!!
He's awesome. Simply put.
Amazing first meeting
Dr. Behler has been a blessing! I’m looking forward to many more sessions with him.
Dr. Behler is compassionate and really listens to what you are saying. He has great knowledge in ways you can help yourself. He offers tools to help you succeed.
Jonathan does a wonderful job helping me navigate through my concerns.
I have had a number of emergency messages of which I have gotten a quick answer. Saved my life one time.
He is just incredible. My wife is so happy with my progress. I love how he helps me change what needs to be changed.
I had to start over with a new therapist for logistics reasons due to Covid so it was a little unknown at first what to expect. Since I already had a relationship with my other therapist, I was hesitant to re tell my story. It was easy from the moment we chatted and I have felt supported, especially in a way that matches up with my faith. I appreciate the midweek messages to wish me well and the availability that he offers. And I like the work sheets and “assignments“ that help me learn more about myself as well as tackle the issues at hand. I feel like I’m growing and healing quickly with the work that we have done.
Jonathan is good!
He was very pleasant to talk to, and i could see myself having more sessions with him I just want to see other therapists, having nothing to do with his performance.
Very knowledgeable, insightful and compassionate! So grateful for Jonathan!
Jonathan listens and offers great advice in a kind way. He offers solutions that i would not have thought of alone.
Really Great Therapist !
Jonathan has always been available to help when need. He has really done well for my wife and I. Thank you sir.
Mr. Behler has a good perspective of both secular and religious views.
Great therapist that listens and provides amazing tools to help you!!
Jonathan is a very good therapist. He listens well and always offers solutions and antidotes
Jonathan is awesome, he always responds in a timely manner and creates a calming environment when you speak to him.
Jonathan is very insightful and supportive. He has tremendous wisdom and great tools to help me feel better about my current situation and help me move forward. I highly recommend him!
Jonathan shows a lot of empathy in his responses and responds to messages very quickly. I look forward to working with him in the coming weeks!
Jonathan has been very helpful for me. He helps me understand my emotions, and figure out where they might be coming from. I am encouraged as the advices he gives are also Bible-based and it's exactly what I need. Reaching out to him is very easy through messaging, and he also checks on me mid-week.
Jonathan is excellent at what he does. He’s an excellent listener and he help me deal with a difficult situation in my life. I would highly recommend him!
Great listener and problem solver
My wife wasn't sure she would like to do anything like this. However, Jonathan helped put her at ease and listened to her and I about our concerns. She opened up a lot more than I had expected. 1 session down and she wants to try it some more. I am thankful we have him to help us through these learning moments.
He is great. Godly man. Really knows how to give advice. He is great to work with. Has really helped me through my struggles
After working with Johnathan for the past 2 months, I have learned quit a bit. Thank you for helping me Johnathan. God Bless!
Jonathan Behler is a great counselor. He's kind, considerate, and he believes in his faith. When you have faith in God, then you have the inspiration and the ability to give happiness and joy to others and that is how I found happiness again. I would fully recommend Jonathan to a person who is considering a counselor for help and I give him a 8 out of 10. Very nice!
John is a great therapist!
Jonathan is fabulous! He listens and helps me talk through my thoughts and feelings.
So far my counseling with him has been great I have no complaints this is going on the third session thank you
After a few sessions helped me pin point which events of my life ive held on to that is effecting me now.
Very helpful and insightful at an extremely emotional time in my life. Jonathan is excellent at listening compassionately and really understanding what I am saying (or trying to say!). I have come out of every live session with a wonderful "nugget" to think and reflect on. He has responded to every single journal entry and message that I've sent him very promptly.
My counselor, has been great these last couple weeks, he put up with my emotion status, respond to me after every journal i have wrote. He has pay attention on how i want to get better, with his strong faith he has reflected on my faith.
Jonathan listen well and is very compassionate. He has good exercises and is pleasant to speak to.
Really helpful!
I have been working with Jonathan for 4 months now and he’s been fantastic. I feel safe and comfortable working with him and I truly feel like he understands me. He’s helped me get back on track in my life and also in my faith. I couldn’t ask for a better counselor.
I appreciate Jonathan’s genuine interest and his willingness to help. Never done anything like this before and he’s made it a comfortable process for me.
Jonathan has a great personality that makes you feel safe and heard. He really has helped me think and learn a lot even in a short period of time. He has been available on all platforms and provides great tools to help also when we are not in sessions. I highly recommend him to anyone as a counselor!!!
Jonathan is a lovely person. He is patient, kind and compassionate. He listens and responds from the heart.
Jonathan is great! He adds some religious perspective which is nice.
Jonathan has been my counselor for a little over a month and this has been a good experience for me. He’s helped me tap into my inner being and unfold my traumas. I have begun to have a new found respect for myself like never before. I look forward to this journey that he has me on and where it will take me. Thank you Jonathan. God Bless you.
I feel like I'm talking to a family member. Jonathan is safe, friendly and so very patient. He has helped me get back in touch with my relationship with the higher power and in only two sessions has brought my daily living to a peaceful place.
Jonathan is amazing! I was not sure I wanted a faith based counselor since my traumas come from the church and that’s why I decided to seek counseling. But Jonathan was incredible and I feel he heard me and listened with an understanding heart, not because he is a counselor but because I feel he genuinely cares. We also have the same faith so it’s nice. I feel hopeful about my faith and I feel so much peace. I feel blessed to have been placed with him on BetterHelp! -Nicole
Very helpful respectful responds very quick cares about your well being, not just sombody telling you that you'll be ok very understanding
Jonathan has been a tremendous help and support since I’ve started with BetterHelp. He’s very responsive when I have questions and he ends all of our sessions with prayer. Jonathan has great suggestions and supplemental information to other during our sessions as well.
Love his faith-based approach. Great listener and also makes me feel very comfortable. Regularly checking in on me. It’s nice to feel that he genuinely cares.
I felt very comfortable talking to Johnathan. I loved that he always prayed after our sessions and he always was optimistic. Thank you
I feel very comfortable working with Jonathan. I prefer the video chat to feel connected
Jonathan has been so kind and shared so much knowledge and perspective. He allows me to move at my pace.
Jonathan has been so helpful throughout this journey!
Very kind and offered wisdom in areas I needed it. Prayed for me after every session. I could tell how much he cares about his clients!
I found my sessions to be very helpful in a very stressful situation. I am glad that I reached out, and appreciate the expertise of my counselor.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Jonathan Behler offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dr. Jonathan Behler 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 Dr. Jonathan Behler speak?
Dr. Jonathan Behler speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dr. Jonathan Behler have?
Dr. Jonathan Behler has 15 years of experience.
Where is Dr. Jonathan Behler licensed to practice?
Dr. Jonathan Behler is licensed to practice in North Carolina, Alabama, and Virginia.
Does Dr. Jonathan Behler accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dr. Jonathan Behler 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 Dr. Jonathan Behler?
Dr. Jonathan Behler 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.
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