Megan Balcarczyk, LMHC

Megan Balcarczyk is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York who brings a grounded and compassionate approach to therapy. She earned a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in 2012 and has six years of counseling experience working with people facing substance use concerns, depression, anxiety, personality and mood disorders, and psychotic disorders.

Megan blends warmth and empathy with clear, tactful feedback and accountability. She emphasizes mutual respect and encourages clients to be candid about what is and is not working in therapy so they can take ownership of their progress. Her approach supports clients in building self-advocacy skills while acknowledging the human reality of imperfection and the inevitability of mistakes.

Clinically, Megan draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques, psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, and humanistic principles to tailor care to each person she sees. She values the healing potential of telling one’s story, understanding how struggles began, and identifying practical steps for moving forward. Her goal is to empower clients to strengthen what is working in their lives and develop tools to change patterns that hold them back. She looks forward to beginning this collaborative work with new clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Convenient Online Care

Megan Balcarczyk uses client-centered therapy to place the client’s experience and goals at the center of the work - this approach emphasizes empathy, listening, and supporting each person to discover their own solutions and strengths. It is often helpful for people seeking personal growth, greater self-understanding, or support during life transitions.

She also incorporates motivational interviewing, a collaborative style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen their own motivation for change. This approach is useful for addressing behaviors like substance use, building healthier habits, and moving toward goals that matter to the client.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Megan works collaboratively with each client to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. Clients and therapist together shape the plan and adjust strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy with Megan can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels with technology. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home or work, and fit therapy into daily life without extensive travel.