Merry Walensa
Compassionate guidance for life transitions
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About
Merry Walensa is a California-based therapist with 17 years of professional experience supporting people through relationship difficulties, grief, self-esteem and confidence challenges, career concerns, and a range of life transitions. Her practice also addresses stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, parenting challenges, anger management, depression, coaching needs, and compassion fatigue.
She practices an integrative approach that includes spiritual perspectives and work grounded in the psychological-philosophical tradition often called existential theory, presented in an inclusive manner. Merry creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored openly.
She is a licensed professional clinical counselor in California, holding the state LPCC credential (CA LPCC 322). Merry aims to support and empower clients as they take courageous steps toward a more fulfilling and happier life.
All new clients are asked to schedule a video appointment first before using phone or chat for subsequent sessions. She also requests that clients keep scheduled appointments when possible or provide advance notice when cancelling, as a courtesy.
- Location:
- California, United States
- Years Experience:
- 17
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Career, Coping with life changes, Grief, Relationship, Relationship, Self esteem
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, Aging and geriatric issues, Anger, Chronic illness, Chronic pain, Coaching, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Depression, Disability, Divorce, Family, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Intellectual disability, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Parenting, Postpartum depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Separation, Sleeping, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Visually impaired, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: CA LPCC 322
- NPI Number: 1457820821
- License: LPCC (California) #322 exp 2026-12-31
Is Online Therapy the Right Step Toward Better Mental Health?
Many people wonder whether remote therapy can truly help. For common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person work.
One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can choose the format that suits them best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - making it easier to fit therapeutic support into a busy schedule.
Therapy delivered online is provided by licensed professionals, and clients may switch therapists if they prefer a different fit. This approach offers a convenient way to access consistent support while pursuing personal growth and coping strategies.
How much experience does Merry Walensa have?
Merry Walensa has 17 years of experience in providing therapy services.
Is Merry Walensa a licensed therapist?
Yes, Merry Walensa is a licensed professional clinical counselor in California, holding the LPCC credential (CA LPCC 322).
In which languages does Merry Walensa provide therapy?
Merry Walensa provides therapy in English.
Where is Merry Walensa located?
Merry Walensa is located in California.
How can I work with Merry Walensa as my therapist?
You can work with Merry Walensa through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.
How much does therapy with Merry Walensa cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.