Licensed clinical social worker recordOhio
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LISW, LCSW
- Licensed in Maryland
- LCSW-C, licence 24640
- Licensed in Delaware
- LCSW, licence Q1-0012164
- Licensed in Ohio
- LISW, licence I.2506441
- NPI
- 1700587029
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Ohio
These details come from information Dorothy 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
- Addictions
- Trauma-informed care
About Dorothy
Dorothy Russell is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Ohio with seven years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Dorothy works with people who want practical help for everyday problems and repeated patterns that make life harder.
She uses plain conversation and active listening to help people name what feels most urgent. Sessions are focused on current problems and small steps that fit into daily life. Dorothy draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thinking and on client-centered techniques to keep the work grounded in each person’s priorities.
Her approach also includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and motivational interviewing. These methods help people notice difficult thoughts without getting stuck and find actions that line up with personal values. Solution-focused conversations are used to set short-term goals and track progress between sessions.
Dorothy has experience with issues connected to family of origin, abandonment, adoption and foster care, blended family challenges, caregiving stress, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation, and postpartum depression. She also addresses multicultural concerns and life purpose questions.
In practical terms, sessions look like talking through a current problem, identifying a small experiment to try, and reviewing what changed. People leave with concrete steps to try before the next appointment. To begin, follow the site’s matching process and schedule a first session.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting caught up in them, then choose actions that reflect what matters most. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transition work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going, and on practicing small changes that reduce symptoms. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and understanding the person’s priorities, which helps shape goals and pace.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Dorothy will work with each person to match methods to their goals and preferences. Early sessions are used to identify what feels most useful and to adjust strategies as work progresses.
The site lists how to begin, but confirm which session formats are currently offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, cut commuting time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer sessions that do not require video, while others like a longer, face-to-face conversation; discuss format options when you schedule to find what fits your routine.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Maryland, Delaware, Ohio
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Dorothy focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses related issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, and postpartum depression.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses conversational, goal-focused sessions that combine client-centered listening with practical techniques. Work often includes setting small experiments and reviewing results between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That experience informs her mix of practical strategies and supportive conversation.
Which credentials and state licensure does she hold?
She holds LISW and LCSW credentials and is licensed in Ohio as indicated in her profile details.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions scheduled and billed?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing and billing details during the sign-up process.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button on the site, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers