Licensed clinical social worker recordIdaho
Chelsey Winkle, LCSW
Idaho
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Addictions
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Idaho
- LCSW, licence LCSW-40596
- NPI
- 1861873853
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Idaho
These details come from information Chelsey supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Attachment issues
- Communication problems
About Chelsey
Chelsey Winkle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Idaho with ten years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship difficulties, and trauma and abuse. Her work also addresses attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and the effects of family of origin experiences.
She helps people untangle patterns that repeat across relationships and life choices. Sessions often look at how guilt, shame, and unresolved trauma shape behavior. She also supports people working through drug and alcohol addiction and the aftermath of sexual assault or domestic violence.
Her approach is practical and person-centered. Conversations aim to identify clear steps the client can try between meetings. That might include experimenting with new ways to communicate, practicing boundaries, or learning coping strategies for anxiety and cravings.
Chelsey combines direct talk with reflective work about early relationships and attachment. She pays attention to how past family dynamics influence current choices. This helps people make different decisions in relationships and reduce patterns like codependency.
She frames therapy as a collaborative effort. Clients set goals and Chelsey helps track progress and adjust strategies as needed. People looking to start can expect straightforward conversation about goals, obstacles, and small skills to use in everyday life.
BHow sessions work
Practical therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Two commonly used evidence-based techniques are described in clear terms so clients know what to expect. One approach focuses on skills for managing symptoms of anxiety and cravings. It teaches tangible strategies for calming the body, interrupting worry cycles, and coping with urges related to addiction. This work is useful for stress, anxiety, and substance use challenges.A second strand of work looks at attachment and relationship patterns. It examines how early family dynamics and communication habits influence current relationships. The goal is to identify repeated patterns and practice new ways of setting boundaries and communicating needs, which can help with codependency and relationship conflict.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to match techniques to goals, needs, and preferences. Methods can be adjusted over time based on what helps most, with regular check-ins about progress.
Confirm the currently offered session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific formats. Online therapy can fit into busy schedules by reducing travel time and allowing shorter, focused check-ins when needed. It can also make it easier to have consistent weekly sessions while balancing work and family obligations.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she work with?
She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, and trauma and abuse. Additional areas include attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and family of origin matters.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her work is practical and person-centered, emphasizing clear steps and skills to try between sessions. She blends direct conversation with reflective work about relationships and past experiences.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Chelsey has ten years of experience working with people on trauma, addiction, and relationship concerns. That background informs how she helps set goals and track progress.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Idaho. The credential is listed as LCSW.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the subscriber plan.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That starts the intake and scheduling process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers