Neal Harris was the first therapist I've had that I felt was a good fit. Prior therapists I worked with just didn't click well for me, but at the request of my family, I came back to try someone different. I'm glad I did!
Neal Harris, LCPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Neal 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 Neal. View 26 reviews
- Great news, Neal is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Illinois
Recent reviews
Great experience
More about Neal
- 36 years' experience
- Male
- LCPC
Neal Harris is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, with a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology. He has practiced the art of psychotherapy for almost 40 years. He has been a workshop leader in the holistic health and self-enrichment fields since 1985.
Neal’s experience stems from training in the United States, China and India. In 1986, he was a member of the first bodywork team invited to China to study Tuina, a form of Traditional Chinese Medicine and massage. In 1991, he traveled to India to study with the meditation master and sage, H.W.L. Poonja (Papaji).
Neal has been teaching traditional Usui, Japanese, and Tibetan Reiki for almost 30 years and been providing Reiki therapy for almost 40 years. He has also been a Quantum-Touch® practitioner for 24 years and instructor for 21 years.
He is the author of the book, Pocket Stress Manager & Labyrinth Guide, as well as the relaxation CD, Exit The Storm. Neal as well as his work at the education center has been featured on national television including WTTW, Fox, NBC, Discovery Channel and more. He has also been featured in several national magazines including Better Homes & Gardens, Spa Finder, New Age Magazine, Utne Reader and others.
In 1997, Neal was the originator of the Earth-Wisdom Labyrinth; Illinois’ first permanent outdoor labyrinth located in Elgin. He has been a consultant on, and the creator of other public labyrinths, fabric traveling labyrinths, wood and plastic finger labyrinths (including his patented brain balancing, communication enhancing double finger labyrinth design known as the Intuipath®) and manuals for creating outdoor labyrinths. Neal leads labyrinth workshops around the country and is both a founding member of The Labyrinth Society and has been a Certified Veriditas Facilitator since 1999.
In his private therapy practice, Neal assists those individuals who are experiencing a variety of concerns including life-affirming conditions such as Diabetes, Cancer, Heart Disease as well as anxiety, depression, relationship issues and more general concerns. To promote healing on many levels, he uses relaxation and meditation training, EFT, Reiki, Quantum-Touch® as well as his own modality “labyrinth counseling” (using his patented Intuipath® double finger labyrinth design). This work explores integrative medical options, as well as the psychology and spirituality of illness and recovery. Neal also headed up a 4-year national research study to determine the behavioral effects of his Intuipath® design on children and adolescents with ADHD. He is also a Certified Pickleball Coach; teaching folks to play smarter not harder for the past 8 years.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief
Self esteem
Coping with life changes
LGBT
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Depression
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Multicultural concerns
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Trichotillomania
Visually impaired
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Licenses
Neal Harris's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609451285.
- LCPC · Illinois · 180001053 · 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 Neal Harris
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Neal Harris was the first therapist I've had that I felt was a good fit. Prior therapists I worked with just didn't click well for me, but at the request of my family, I came back to try someone different. I'm glad I did!
Great experience
Kind and open-minded. 10000% recommended
Neal is a consummate professional. This was the first therapist I have had who provided me with exercises that, when done consistently, helped make my life more manageable and helped me to stand up for myself to make decisions in my best interest. Neal listens extremely well and picks up upon the fine details that can help identify and address the actual situation.
Neal is a great.
Very understanding and knowledgeable
Dr. Harris is really easy to talk to. I haven't felt as if I were being examined, just listened to. It's been nice.
Great Therapist.
Neil goes above and beyond what I expected and deserve. I had just recently been hospitalized and when I returned home I completely forgot our session scheduled for 01/29. He came through by video calling me to keep the appointment, albeit late as a result of my fault.
He’s great! He’s warm, friendly and understanding.
Neal is very easy to talk to and I feel at ease.
Neal is attentive and remembers exactly what is happening in my life. He helps me organize my thoughts to improve my mental clarity and move forward.
In my first few days on the platform Neal has been very responsive. I look forward to growing as I continue to work with him.
I am so grateful to have found Neal! After meeting with two different therapists, I was feeling a bit discouraged as they were not the right fit for me. I liked what I read about Neal's background and gave it a shot. He is the perfect match for me! He understands my energy, is gentle with his words, and asks the right questions that allow me to reframe my thoughts. He's really pretty great and I'm so excited to continue my 'journey' with him.
Neal is an experienced professional who has my full trust. I’ve made significant progress with him, and it helps to have an outlet to vent my emotions to every week.
Neal is an excellent therapist.
Neal is a great listener. He shows that he is there for you and it means a lot.
Neal is a great listener and responds with soft understanding demeanor. He offers a great perspective when addressing my problems and concerns.
Neal is a good listener. He provides a calming space for your to speak freely and connect with your emotions. Highly recommend him.
Great listener
Neal is a fantastic therapist. He has helped me on my TMJ issues and somatic experiences of anxiety and has provided me with many tools to help myself. Unlike other therapists I've seen, Neal is very empathetic and non-condescending and he has a wide bank of knowledge and insight. Would recommend to anyone! A true meaning of the word therapist.
A great counselor with useful techniques on dealing with emotional issues like grief and insecurity. Neal was attentive, understanding and warm. I highly recommend Neal for your counseling needs.
Neal has a great approach to therapy. He's keen to understand the issues and understand you as a person before starting to problem solve. Once he gets to know you, he provides many useful techniques to help address the issue. He's very enjoyable to talk to and a great listener.
I feel renovated and in the right path. My anxiety about sharing with others my issues had diminished and I honestly feel the benefits of my therapy.
Finding the right fit with counseling is not easy! I could tell from our first conversation that Neal was a good fit for me. He is patient, let's me talk about what is going on and allows me to explain in detail what I am dealing with. I like that he has a multitude of modalities to work with. In our 2 sessions, I have learned a few really powerful techniques that have been GAME CHANGERS in my life!
Neal is able to help me clarify what is REALLY causing me issues and how to best work on them. This is such a valuable skill. I appreciate his ability to listen and then respond with a laser like precision to help me see my solutions for myself.
Frequently asked questions
Does Neal Harris offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Neal Harris 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 Neal Harris speak?
Neal Harris speaks English.
How many years of experience does Neal Harris have?
Neal Harris has 36 years of experience.
Where is Neal Harris licensed to practice?
Neal Harris is licensed to practice in Illinois.
Does Neal Harris accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Neal Harris 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 Neal Harris?
Neal Harris 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 Neal Harris?
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.