Elise Derevjanik , LMHC

Elise Derevjanik, LMHC, brings 15 years of clinical experience supporting people through a wide range of challenges including stress, anxiety, depression, life transitions, parenting and relationship concerns, and addictions. LMHC stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a credential that indicates formal training and licensure to provide therapy. She combines evidence-based approaches with an attentive, person-centered style to address each client's specific needs.

Elise has developed particular expertise in the perinatal period, working with individuals during pregnancy and postpartum. She also supports those who are trying to conceive, navigating fertility challenges, or coping with pregnancy or infant loss. In addition, she helps new parents adjust to changing roles and identities after the arrival of a child, offering practical and emotional support as families settle into new rhythms.

Her therapeutic stance emphasizes warmth, understanding, sensitivity, acceptance and compassion. Elise views therapy as a collaborative process and aims to tailor goals and interventions to each person's unique situation. She acknowledges the courage it takes to pursue a more fulfilling life and positions herself as a supportive partner in that work, helping clients build resilience, clarify values, and move toward meaningful change.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Online therapy can be a practical and effective choice for many common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes. Research and clinical practice indicate that for most of these issues, remote sessions can be just as effective as traditional in-person therapy.

One major benefit is flexibility - people can connect with a therapist in the format that best suits their needs, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, family obligations, or other commitments.

Therapists offering remote services are licensed professionals, and many clients find that a good therapeutic fit is the key factor in progress. If the first match does not feel right, clients typically have the option to switch to a different licensed professional to find a better fit.