Licensed clinical social worker recordNorth Carolina
Linda Blackburn, LCSW
North Carolina
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Grief
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in North Carolina
- LCSW, licence C002773
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904004997
- NPI
- 1225310691
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- North Carolina
These details come from information Linda 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
- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused work
About Linda
Linda Blackburn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina with 20 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, life changes, addictions, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, parenting stress, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
Linda began her career as a registered nurse in psychiatric settings before moving into social work. She earned a Master of Social Work from East Carolina University and gained clinical experience in outpatient counseling and private practice. She has taught social work courses as an adjunct professor and led seminars on grief, bereavement, and loss.
Her approach draws on multiple methods to fit the person and the situation. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Client-Centered techniques, and Solution-Focused strategies as appropriate. She also integrates current neuroscience-informed ideas to guide treatment choices.
Sessions are practical and direct. Linda focuses on building a collaborative relationship and helping people identify concrete steps to manage symptoms and daily challenges. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a nonjudgmental attitude while working toward better functioning.
People who contact her complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Costs vary by location and are handled through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. International clients who speak English may be supported; confirm session options before booking.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking committed action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It can help with anxiety, depression, and life changes by moving attention toward practical goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches concrete skills to change them; it is often used for anxiety, depression, and sleep problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve coping with stress and grief.Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the person to decide which methods fit current needs and goals. That collaborative selection can shift over time as progress is made or priorities change.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life - for example a shorter check-in during a work break, not needing to travel, or choosing a format that uses less bandwidth. These practical benefits often help people keep momentum between sessions while using ACT, CBT, or mindfulness strategies in everyday routines.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
North Carolina, Virginia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, sleep and parenting difficulties, addiction, anger, career challenges, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She draws on ACT, CBT, mindfulness, client-centered and solution-focused techniques to match the work to the person's situation.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 20 years of experience, including outpatient counseling, private practice ownership, seminar instruction on grief and bereavement, and teaching social work courses.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and is licensed in North Carolina.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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