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Desarae Herard, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Desarae 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 Desarae. View 29 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

She is a great therapist. It’s very comforting talking to her , she listens and offer suggestions based on her experience. If she hasn’t heard from me in awhile she always msg me to just check in. She really cares about her clients. She’s very warm and caring.

Reviewed November 2024

She listens and gives great feedback and helps with different options and helps me see through my issues/situations

Reviewed March 2024

More about Desarae

  • 11 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

A big believer in taking back control of one’s life, I focus on offering useful feedback and support to help address various life challenges. I use a compassionate and empathic approach in meeting clients where they are and delivering appropriate interventions and strategies throughout the counseling process. I strive to teach individuals to develop and use skills to cope with their individual setbacks in order to live healthy and fulfilling lives.

A transplant from the northeast, I moved to Jacksonville in 2002 for undergraduate studies. I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Jacksonville University in 2006 and a Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2011. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, National Certified Counselor, and Qualified Supervisor in Florida.

I have worked in a multitude of environments and with people in various stages of their lives. I am well experienced in dealing with crisis situations as well as day to day life issues. Mymain goal is to help you achieve positive personal growth and ultimately reach your full potential.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Bipolar disorder

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Desarae Herard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1881187110.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH12705 · Expires March 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 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.

Reviews for Desarae Herard

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

Overall rating:

5.0

29 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helpful Listens Amazing Empathetic Thank you Caring Easy Helped Helping

She is a great therapist. It’s very comforting talking to her , she listens and offer suggestions based on her experience. If she hasn’t heard from me in awhile she always msg me to just check in. She really cares about her clients. She’s very warm and caring.

Reviewed November 2024

She listens and gives great feedback and helps with different options and helps me see through my issues/situations

Reviewed March 2024

She is extremely helpful and gives me her thoughts on how to handle things in a way I probably wouldn’t think of

Reviewed March 2023

Great therapist

Reviewed November 2022

Good listener. Helpful. Remembers things

Reviewed June 2022

Desarae is one of the best therapist I’ve ever had!

Reviewed April 2022

I love that she understands everything i may go throught and gives feedback on. how i can handle situations differently. She is extemely helpful and she is amazing!

Reviewed March 2022

She felt like talking to a friend. Exactly what I needed to lift my spirits and clear my head. Super easy to talk to and really made me feel heard.

Reviewed January 2022

My therapist is awesome

Reviewed December 2021

Great. Empathetic and skilled!

Reviewed November 2021

Desarae is amazing. She actively listens to me and makes me feel empowered. She's truly wonderful!

Reviewed April 2021

Desarae has always been kind and listens, always checks up if I dont respond for a while. She doesnt make me feel like I'm doing things wrong and just helps to ease my worries

Reviewed April 2021

There is no other way to say that Desarae is amazing. She is there at my every beckoning call even when she is not needed. When I don’t respond or keep in contact, she sends a wellness check message. Thank you for your help!

Reviewed April 2021

She is great. Has really helped me through one of the hardest times of my life. Highly recommended her!

Reviewed February 2021

Desarae is so easy to talk to and offers very helpful suggestions. I find her very relatable and knowledgeable.

Reviewed January 2021

Great counselor, very supportive.

Reviewed January 2021

She has continued to reach out to check on me.. Very much appreciated

Reviewed January 2021

Desarae is helping me through a very difficult time. Her counsel and listening has been a godsend.

Reviewed December 2020

Desarae is a wonderful counselor. She is very quick to respond, follow up and gives great advice.

Reviewed November 2020

She is sweet, caring and empathetic. Great counseler

Reviewed November 2020

My past experience with therapists I’ve always felt like a number. I felt pitied and looked down upon. Talking with Desarae is like talking to my really insightful friend. She pushes me to try new things and further my goals rather than say ‘oh that sucks’ when I talk about my issues with myself, my relationships or my life.

Reviewed September 2020

Desarae was great. Asks the questions that need to be asked to get to a solution. Can’t wait to see how I progress as I express myself and take advice from Desarae.

Reviewed September 2020

Desarae and I have only been working together a month and I feel very comfortable with her. She remembers your concerns and has been very helpful.

Reviewed August 2020

I've been to a ton of therapists in my life and I've never clicked with anyone like I have with Dr. Jennings. She is the absolute best! What I love about her most is that she gives you a safe space where you're free to tell her anything without the fear of being invalidated or judged. Best counselor ever!! Highly recommend!!!

Reviewed June 2020

Desarae has been amazing with helping me cope and understand the recent trauma in my life. She listens, empathizes, and asks meaningful questions to help you understand the situation and how to deal in a healthy way. I am so thankful for BetterHelp, and my conversations with Desarae. Thank you.

Reviewed May 2020

Desarae is a competent, genuine and empathetic professional. She’s knowledgeable on a wide range of emotional topics and has really helped me to take a look into the things I’ve struggled with and find more helpful ways to cope with them and grow. I’m very thankful for this app. It has made seeking help much more accessible where I would not otherwise be able to.

Reviewed April 2020

She's been very helpful in listening to my issues and offering me feedback on how I'm handling my issues.

Reviewed April 2020

Very helpful and responds in a good amount of time!

Reviewed April 2020

Miss Jennings has the experience you need and the knowledge to help you through life situations. As a highly qualified counselor, she listens and supports you fully for what you say and how you feel during your time(s) of need. She has a compassionate heart, a willing spirit and a servant mentality to make sure that you don’t feel like you are just one of a number of others, but that your situation is unique and that she wants to do her best regardless of the current circumstance or situation. While she does also juggle a lot on her own time, she makes the space and availability to others as well to know that they are available to be listened to and help find solutions to meet your needs. Thank you Miss Jennings.

Reviewed April 2020

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Frequently asked questions

Does Desarae Herard offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Desarae Herard 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 Desarae Herard speak?

Desarae Herard speaks English.

How many years of experience does Desarae Herard have?

Desarae Herard has 11 years of experience.

Where is Desarae Herard licensed to practice?

Desarae Herard is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Desarae Herard accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Desarae Herard 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."

What treatment approaches does Desarae Herard offer?

Desarae Herard offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Desarae Herard?

Desarae Herard 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 Desarae Herard?

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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