Lavana Kindle, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Lavana is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Arkansas
More about Lavana
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
In October 2020, Lavana J. Kindle retired from Southern Arkansas University, where she taught and worked for 13 years. At that time, she began working as a therapist part-time and retired in February 2024, from Newhaven Counseling and Health Services in Camden. She has been in private Christian practice since June 2020. Three main career tracks have been teaching, administration, and counseling. Lavana is an author of several books and has helped others get their books published, too. Experience includes trauma counseling for children, youth, and adults as well as couples and spiritual counseling.
Lavana and her retired forester husband, Lee, have been married almost 50 years! They have two grown, married daughters, six granddaughters, one not very spoiled grandson, and two great granddaughters. They have lived in Camden, Arkansas, more than 35 years total and are members of Victory Church in Camden. Lavana enjoys traveling, cooking, sewing, and playing the flute and harmonicas on the praise team at church.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Cigna
Licenses
Lavana Kindle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1932712064.
- LPC · Arkansas · P2407004 · Renews May 2027
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Lavana Kindle offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Lavana Kindle 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 Lavana Kindle speak?
Lavana Kindle speaks English.
How many years of experience does Lavana Kindle have?
Lavana Kindle has 8 years of experience.
Where is Lavana Kindle licensed to practice?
Lavana Kindle is licensed to practice in Arkansas.
Does Lavana Kindle accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Lavana Kindle accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Lavana Kindle accept insurance?
Yes, Lavana Kindle accepts Cigna.
Does Lavana Kindle accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Lavana Kindle 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 Lavana Kindle?
Lavana Kindle 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 Lavana Kindle?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.