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Tawny Runnels, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Tawny. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Arizona

Recent reviews

Tawny is awesome! She's helping me through a really tough time. She is kind, understanding, and respectful and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed September 2019

Tawny is an amazing person and so easy to open up to. She truly listens to what I have to say and hits every point I bring up, even if our messages back and fourth look like mini stories. I am so thankful for the help and impact she has made in my life.

Reviewed August 2019

More about Tawny

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Welcome! I know that reaching out for help can often be the most difficult part of the therapeutic process. I am so glad that you are here. I am passionate about therapy and excited about the progress that I see my clients make on a daily basis. I believe that everybody is capable of growth, change and an enhanced sense of joy and overall well-being. I also believe that we all currently possess strengths that will help us to make progress in our journey toward our best selves. Through therapy we are able to learn how to identify and utilize those strengths as well as gain new skills in...

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Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Family conflicts Self esteem Depression LGBT Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Anger management
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Licenses

Tawny Runnels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497312318.

  • LPC · Arizona · LPC-18204 · Expires May 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 Tawny Runnels

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

10 reviews

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Tawny is awesome! She's helping me through a really tough time. She is kind, understanding, and respectful and I would highly recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed September 2019

Tawny is an amazing person and so easy to open up to. She truly listens to what I have to say and hits every point I bring up, even if our messages back and fourth look like mini stories. I am so thankful for the help and impact she has made in my life.

Reviewed August 2019

Tawny is very professional, empathetic, and detail oriented. I highly recommend her services.

Reviewed August 2019

My first session was completely helpful.

Reviewed January 2020

Dr. Runnels has always been prompt to respond to my messages and is also on time for our sessions. She understands, shows compassion and is empathetic in all of our communications. I feel like I've known her a long time and often find myself wanting to ask how she has been doing! I can tell she loves what she does and plan on staying with better help even though I initially only intended to do just a few sessions.

Reviewed January 2020

Tawny is AMAZING! She listens and responds to everything I have to say. She really gets it. Her prompts, questions, advice, and counseling are always spot on. Already, she’s greatly impacted my life for the better and we’re just getting started!

Reviewed January 2020

Tawny is one of the best counselors I've ever had. She consistently leaves me feeling empowered at the end of appointments and I feel like I am actually making progress towards the things I want to.

Reviewed September 2019

Tawny is attentive, understanding and caring. She is wonderful. She has provided me with realistic goals that are achievable.

Reviewed September 2019

Tawny has helped me outline some goals that I can use to work on my personal development, and I receive a lot of encouragement. I like that I am able to use a message format for our sessions since it's easier for me, but also something I feel more comfortable with.

Reviewed September 2019

Tawny is a fabulous therapist. She listens to my concerns and feelings and offers productive insight. I appreciate the variety of ways in which we can communicate so I can address things as they come up. I highly recommend Tawny.

Reviewed August 2019

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Frequently asked questions

Does Tawny Runnels offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Tawny Runnels 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 Tawny Runnels speak?

Tawny Runnels speaks English.

How many years of experience does Tawny Runnels have?

Tawny Runnels has 3 years of experience.

Where is Tawny Runnels licensed to practice?

Tawny Runnels is licensed to practice in Arizona.

Does Tawny Runnels accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Tawny Runnels 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 Tawny Runnels?

Tawny Runnels 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 Tawny Runnels?

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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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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. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.