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Eileen OBrien Phelps, LMHC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Eileen 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 Eileen. View 93 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Florida

Recent reviews

I reached out to better help during my divorce and Eileen specifically has helped me immensely. She immediately taught me coping mechanisms for the trauma I was going through and then helped me to reflect and grow as an individual. She's helped me repair my relationship with my children, helped me to understand my self worth and helped me to define what I want in a life partner and navigate dating again. Her unwavering positivity and support are a cornerstone of her approach to better mental health. I'm truly grateful to have her in my life and would highly recommend her to others.

Reviewed April 2024

Eileen is so helpful, and a fantastic listener. I have a confidence that I didn’t have before coming to her!

Reviewed March 2024

More about Eileen

  • 28 years' experience
  • Female
  • LMHC

My name is Eileen OBrien Phelps. I'm a licensed mental health counselor with over 20 years of experience helping clients with depression, stress/anxiety, and posttraumatic stress disorder. I also have experience helping people with substance abuse issues, domestic violence issues, and self-esteem. I am a graduate of the University of Maryland system Adlerian school of psychology at Bowie State University 1994. Over the years, I have helped many clients navigate through painful circumstances to find a new sense of purpose and strength. I feel as if my clients are my teachers and my colleagues in the healing process. I am holistic and research-based in my work with clients. They use cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered therapy, Solution-focused therapy, and EMDR. I work with each one of my clients to develop a specific plan to achieve unique life goals. My emphasis lies in developing the confidence of each one of my clients and building upon the strengths that already exist within them to address challenges You may have come to the site because you wish to address a particular problem in your life. Please know that you have much of what it takes to overcome your challenges and create your best life. Often when people are under stress, they forget or minimize their strengths because the problem seems so big at the time. Let me help you right now by reminding you that you can do this I look forward to creating a plan with you that helps you create the best path for yourself. I believe in you and I look forward to working with you. Don't forget to do something great for yourself today because you deserve it.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Self esteem Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Anger management Coping with life changes ADHD Adoption and foster care Communication problems Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Family of origin issues First responder issues Infidelity Jealousy Life purpose Multicultural concerns Phobias Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Eileen OBrien Phelps's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386992162.

  • LMHC · Florida · MH6147 · 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, 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 Eileen OBrien Phelps

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

Overall rating:

5.0

93 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Helped Helpful Recommend Professional Grateful Knowledgeable Listens Amazing Attentive

I reached out to better help during my divorce and Eileen specifically has helped me immensely. She immediately taught me coping mechanisms for the trauma I was going through and then helped me to reflect and grow as an individual. She's helped me repair my relationship with my children, helped me to understand my self worth and helped me to define what I want in a life partner and navigate dating again. Her unwavering positivity and support are a cornerstone of her approach to better mental health. I'm truly grateful to have her in my life and would highly recommend her to others.

Reviewed April 2024

Eileen is so helpful, and a fantastic listener. I have a confidence that I didn’t have before coming to her!

Reviewed March 2024

Eilene knows a lot about disability and being a caregiver. The best match I’ve had here for sure

Reviewed March 2024

A great therapist. She offers great advice. I look forward to our sessions. Highly recommended.

Reviewed March 2024

I’ve been working with Eileen for a little over a year now and I can confidently say her guidance has completely changed my life. Eileen is a deeply caring person whose cheerful spirit and contagious laughter makes her the best person to confide in. She’s taught me tons of tools to keep me grounded and to flourish in my life. She supports me when I fall back into unhelpful habits and gently helps bring me back to clarity. After over a decade of deeply struggling with my mental health, I’ve been able to achieve a sense of peace, hope, and a love for being alive- all thanks to Eileen. I’ll be forever grateful for having crossed paths with this beautiful human being and will always hold her close to my heart :)

Reviewed January 2024

Eileen has provided me with true help with my anxiety and depression. She listens and provides appropriate tools and feedback to help drive results. In the 6 months we worked together I've seen drastic improvement in my areas of needed support. I would highly recommend Eileen to anyone looking for support with anxiety, depression, negative self talk, and more. She is a true professional and has proven results with me.

Reviewed December 2023

I haven't had but a few months of time into better help. Here is my opinion. They are great at what they do and the therapist is amazing! I would highly recommend. She is human yet professional. She is vary skilled at her profession. Overall have had a great experience.

Reviewed November 2023

She has been great she listens to me even when I might be frustrated at times. And always try to make me feel relaxed and calm which is very hard at times. I greatly appreciate her and would recommend her

Reviewed November 2023

Eileen has really helped me get through one of the most difficult times in my life

Reviewed September 2023

Eileen is very professional. Caring and understands my issues. I would highly recommend her to all.

Reviewed September 2023

Very professional. Has helped me so much with my issues. Highly recommended for someone starting therapy.

Reviewed September 2023

Eileen is amazing. She got me involved in EDMR, which has helped with my paranoia and fears. She’s been helping me with relational trauma. I’m not sure I’d be anywhere near where I am without her!

Reviewed August 2023

Very easy to talk to. Definitely can relate and understands what I need. Does not judge me and gives me positive strategies to help me cope with so many years of negative thinking. I would highly recommend her.

Reviewed August 2023

Eileen is extremely thoughtful! She has been great help on the couple times we spoke. She gave me very helpful tips.

Reviewed August 2023

Eileen has been a beacon in a dark day more times than I can count. She's wonderful. I sing her praises daily!

Reviewed August 2023

She's great, calm and patient and responsive.

Reviewed July 2023

Eileen has been a real life saver for me, she has helped me immensely .

Reviewed May 2023

Dr. Eileen is so caring, and helpful when you’re having a hard time. Highly recommend anyone who is dealing with difficult issues speak to her!

Reviewed April 2023

Caring, knowledgeable, professional!!

Reviewed April 2023

She is great always attentive and makes me feel respected.

Reviewed March 2023

In the few sessions I have had with Eileen she has really opened me up and made me feel so warm willing to open up with her. I genuinely look forward to speaking with her. After our sessions I have tools for improvement and self love.

Reviewed March 2023

She is an amazing therapist and an amazing person.

Reviewed March 2023

Knowledgeable and keeps in contact between sessions.

Reviewed February 2023

Eileen has been very helpful. She has a great way of speaking to me that shows me that she cares but also that she is 100% qualified and confident in her ability to help me. I trust that with her help that I can overcome many issues.

Reviewed February 2023

She listens well and is very encouraging.

Reviewed February 2023

Eileen has been such a blessing in my life. She is encouraging, joyful, and has really helped me so far with any topic that I’ve brought up in our sessions

Reviewed February 2023

Eileen has been phenomenal for me. I was in a really bad place last year despite being in therapy for years and I’m finally getting out of it thanks to her help. I highly recommend her to anyone who needs guidance and support

Reviewed April 2023

I enjoy my therapy sessions with Eileen. She is very much in tune with my issues and offers great ways to help me. I am completely comfortable talking to her and learning from her.

Reviewed April 2023

Eileen is awesome. She really listens to what is going on and has amazing tactics to helping a person see life in a different light. She always is great at helping you re train your thoughts away from the negativity. I highly recommend.

Reviewed February 2023

Eileen is kind, upbeat, and clearly very well-educated and well-trained. Eileen taught me several really useful tools to combat my negative thoughts, poor self-esteem, social anxieties, and fear of conflict. I’ve noticed incredible progress in just a couple of months! I use the tools she recommends throughout the week and I am able to recognize and dismiss negative thoughts with much more ease. I’ve been so much more comfortable with myself and what I bring to social situations. I am so grateful for Eileen and would recommend her to anyone!

Reviewed January 2023

She's a great listener but also has great input that helps change perspective.

Reviewed January 2023

I love it that Eileen points out to me when I’m hacking at the leaves of a problem instead of the root of the problem, then she gives great advice to help me shift back to the root. I have improved so much in during these past few months. I am so grateful.

Reviewed January 2023

This is a marvelous person with a huge heart who is invested in what she does. I would recommend :)

Reviewed January 2023

I have had a wonderful experience so far with my therapist!

Reviewed December 2022

Mrs. Eileen is professional, knowledgeable and personable. She is fully present and vested in her client’s progress, and extremely skillful in guiding us to identify and work on our issues. She is helping me so much in such a short period of time. I highly recommend her.

Reviewed December 2022

If you are looking for a compassionate therapist who can help you untangle mental knots that have been knotted for a long time, Dr. Eileen can help!

Reviewed December 2022

Best therapist ever. She has helped me so much.

Reviewed November 2022

Eileen OBrien Phelps is a genuine, empathetic, knowledgeable mental health professional and her experience is evident from the moment we started working together. She has a way of gently opening you up, providing real solutions that can be practiced throughout the week between sessions, and I always leave the session feeling understood, empowered, and hopeful. I cannot express my gratitude for the service, her expertise, and the way she conducts herself enough.

Reviewed November 2022

I love her! She had been such a great help through many issues and a very stressful time of my life.

Reviewed November 2022

Very caring, professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Overall just an incredible human being. I am very grateful to have her in my corner!

Reviewed November 2022

I think Eileen is one of the best! So tuned into me so quickly & has great suggestions & exercises for me.

Reviewed November 2022

Eileen is absolutely wonderful and I cannot recommend her enough! I have only had a few sessions with her and she has already helped me tremendously!

Reviewed September 2022

Eileen has helped a lot. I’ve noticed genuine improvement in my person and my self esteem. It’s been gradual and it crept up on me, but when I noticed it, I really noticed it and I knew it was because of my work with her. She’s really taught me to start to love myself again and when the damage is so deep and prevalent, that’s the very first step. She’s been profound, helpful, and goofy in a way that’s relaxed and put my guard down in a way that’s good that most therapists haven’t been able to do. She also compliments my smile every time we have a session. It’s a little thing, and something most people don’t notice about me that I’m proud of, but she noticed and she knows it gives me self confidence. She’s a sunny woman and a beautiful person to share my journey with :)

Reviewed September 2022

Eileen is very helpful and insightful in her therapy recommendations. She is compassionate. A great listener and then offers ideas to help the situation that are very thought out based on my circumstances. I'd recommend her for sure!

Reviewed September 2022

Grateful for Eileen’s approach, clarity, thoughtfulness and regular messages. Would work with again.

Reviewed September 2022

I have used the tools Eileen has given me and have seen positive results! So grateful for her insight and care!

Reviewed September 2022

Eileen is absolutely wonderful! She makes you feel so comfortable and supported. She checks in every week to make sure I'm doing ok and if theres anything she can do to help me. She sends worksheets and has taught me great tools to help with my anxiety.

Reviewed August 2022

Eileen has provided me coping strategies that have helped me overcome some recent adversities very effectively.

Reviewed August 2022

Eileen has been very helpful and is very knowledgeable, I always feel as if she is truly interested in my situations

Reviewed August 2022

Very helpful

Reviewed August 2022

Eileen is honestly the most helpful therapist I’ve ever had. She listens, understands, is helpful, doesn’t focus on inner child crap, gives me daily tools to help on hard days, helps me achieve my goals and is a great person as well.

Reviewed July 2022

Dr. Phelps has always been a great help to me. She is so kind!

Reviewed July 2022

Outstanding therapist. She has given me exercises to do, which has helped me a lot. She answers my questions with guidance on how to help my anxiety. She definitely understands her clients needs. She guides you skillfully to help you with any issues you have. I am so glad I was able to get her as my therapist.

Reviewed July 2022

Eileen has been so much better than the first therapist I had. The first two months I paid for therapy with BetterHelp were basically a waste of money. Rosalind was my previous therapist and she was a judgmental tyrant.

Reviewed July 2022

Eileen has been such an incredible help. 10/10 recommend

Reviewed July 2022

Eileen was very helpful and gave us very good advise . She helped us work through some issues and recommended work sheets and a book that helped us learn a lot about our relationship . She was very kind and understanding , I will tell anyone I know in need of her services to get in touch with her.

Reviewed June 2022

Eileen Obrien Phelps has and is a great help to me that I don't think I would have found elsewhere.

Reviewed June 2022

She is a joy and a big help!

Reviewed June 2022

supportive, innovative, helpful. Provides accountability, perspectives that have helped me greatly.

Reviewed June 2022

I have felt very comfortable with Eileen since my first session with her, she is very helpful and understanding , I look forward to my weekly sessions with her .

Reviewed June 2022

Eileen’s steady hand and observant eye have really helped me see a lot of what was causing issues with ny confidence and sense of self worth… It’s been so helpful and transformative, I couldn’t be happier.

Reviewed June 2022

I don’t think I would be in as healthy pf a place without Eileen’s help and guidance. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for help. She has made a world of difference in my life and the trauma I am experiencing. She is a safe place for me.

Reviewed May 2022

Eileen has been helpful with doing what is comfortable to me. She respects me and makes me feel safe to open up and work towards my goals in therapy.

Reviewed May 2022

I enjoy working with Eileen

Reviewed April 2022

She’s great, responsive, knowledgeable and listens to me. I can already see how I will benefit from our sessions.

Reviewed April 2022

Eileen has been life changing. Her advice and her techniques have already made a profound difference on my life and I haven’t even seen her that long!

Reviewed April 2022

My biggest supporter and cheerleader. She is extremely knowledgable and has helped me more than any other therapist in my 44 years of life!

Reviewed March 2022

Eileen is great! She is extremely attentive and personable. In just a few weeks I already felt like I’d known her a long time and knew she’d be able to listen and help each week. I would definitely recommend her to anyone who needs someone to talk to and wants to learn ways to cope with and work through strong emotions.

Reviewed March 2022

Eileen Obrien has help me a lot I'm so thankful I found her

Reviewed March 2022

She is the best!! I have learned so much.

Reviewed March 2022

Eileen is the most supportive therapist I’ve ever had! She’s been great to work with and she’s very easy to talk to. I makes me feel so good that I can hear her excitement for the changes I’m making and the steps I’m taking to better myself. I feel truly supported and HEARD, something I never felt with other therapists.

Reviewed March 2022

Super attentive and helpful

Reviewed March 2022

I truly cannot thank Eileen enough for all of her time and effort on my behalf. I was going through a rough time in my life and Eileen quickly became a trusted partner in my journey. Eileen is honest, empathetic, sympathetic, and a true partner in the healing process. I could not have made the progress I have if not for her. She arms you with the necessary tools and then encourages you to do the work. With that, she provides the path to healing. I came to view Eileen as my “rock” as I went on my journey

Reviewed February 2022

Dr. Phelps has been a great help as I've had a rough year and then a transition to a new job and town. I appreciate her insight and it's helped me to manage my stress.

Reviewed February 2022

Eileen has been incredibly helpful. She is very knowledgeable and truly cares about my well-being. I have a much better understanding of myself after time spent with Her.

Reviewed February 2022

She is very easy to talk too and I enjoy our secessions!

Reviewed January 2022

Eileen has been so helpful in guiding me through some challenging relationship issues as well as generally working with me on my own issues. She’s attentive & responsive to my messages, as well as in our sessions.

Reviewed January 2022

I love Eileen she’s great! She’s A awesome listener and I love that she checks up on you to see how you’re doing making sure you don’t need anything. I also love that she reminds you she’s not judging at all and just wants to help. I’ve definitely learned a lot from her I can definitely be myself and not scared to tell her anything because she made me so comfortable to just let her know everything.

Reviewed January 2022

She really listens to me and is helping me dig deeper in my emotions.

Reviewed January 2022

Very helpful, understanding, and has been guiding to me see some things I’ve missed that I want and need to know about to work through my trauma and to continue my life in a way that I find continued meaning and purpose.

Reviewed January 2022

Eileen has always been very professional and caring, and a good listener. She gave me a very helpful tool on my very first session and I've been making good progress working together with her. I'm so grateful for Eileen.

Reviewed December 2021

Elizabeth provides the perfect balance of knowledge and warmth. Her listening skills are second to none. She is armed with the best advice and knows what to suggest and exactly when to suggest it. A wonderful human being and professional!

Reviewed December 2021

I'm so pleased with my therapist. She's really an encouragement to me and helping me to see the light at the end of the tunnel.

Reviewed December 2021

Eileen is an incredible listener and a kind, empathetic individual overall. She is extremely attentive and gives detailed, thoughtful responses. I am so grateful to have been matched with her and for the peace of mind that she has helped me find. She is an empowering voice and helps you understand how to retrain your brain so that it helps you instead of hurting you. Since beginning therapy with Eileen, I have a better sense of self and confidence in my thoughts and decisions.

Reviewed December 2021

Really great so far.

Reviewed December 2021

I find Eileen to be an excellent counselor. I have found her to be engaging, a very good listener, and has a great way of getting to the “meat” of the issue. She is not judge mental and always has time for you and provides outstanding support. She is tough when you need her to be and will call you out on things when she knows you are not being completely honest with yourself. I have found Eileen to be my “rock” when I needed one. She is a genuinely good person who I believe truly cares for her clients

Reviewed December 2021

She is very fast at responding and my first video with her was good and gave me some really good advice

Reviewed November 2021

She’s great.

Reviewed November 2021

It's nice to have someone who's first response isn't to drug you. Eileen is very attentive, a great listener and has done great things for me in just a month. My wife and family have noticed I've been happier and it's because of the guidance of Eileen. I thought I was someone who was gonna need tons and tons of work and medication and turns out all I needed was someone to teach me how to listen to myself and understand how I can improve the areas I want to.

Reviewed November 2021

. I have never had a therapist who cared this much about my well being and responds so quickly and makes me feel safe despite my anxiety and fear of digging deep, she hasn’t given up on me when it’s what I am used to. I run from my problems but she makes me wants me to stop doing that, for once.

Reviewed November 2021

I have only been with Dr. Phelps for a short time but I have already found her advice very helpful.

Reviewed November 2021

Eileen has been so incredibly helpful to me. I can reach out to her at any time I need her. She also touches base with me to make sure I am ok. I feel safe to be vulnerable and open. Her advice has helped me tremendously. Highly recommend!

Reviewed November 2021

I was very hesitant trust me this was so scary for me personally. But Eileen has been so AMAZING she’s so understanding and that was what I was scared about not being understood but here I am living my best life and I have Eileen to Thank for that.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Eileen OBrien Phelps offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Eileen OBrien Phelps 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 Eileen OBrien Phelps speak?

Eileen OBrien Phelps speaks English.

How many years of experience does Eileen OBrien Phelps have?

Eileen OBrien Phelps has 28 years of experience.

Where is Eileen OBrien Phelps licensed to practice?

Eileen OBrien Phelps is licensed to practice in Florida.

Does Eileen OBrien Phelps accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Eileen OBrien Phelps 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 Eileen OBrien Phelps offer?

Eileen OBrien Phelps offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Eileen OBrien Phelps?

Eileen OBrien Phelps 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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