Dorothy Russell , LISW, LCSW

Dorothy Russell is a licensed social worker with seven years of clinical experience who supports people coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life changes. She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored, and she partners with clients to build practical coping skills and clearer paths forward. Her work also addresses issues such as abandonment, adoption and foster care concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, communication difficulties, grief and guilt, impulsivity, loneliness, life purpose, multicultural concerns, and postpartum depression.

She holds the credentials LISW and LCSW, professional licenses that indicate advanced clinical training in social work. Seeking help can take courage, and she aims to support and empower each person as they take initial steps toward a more fulfilling life. Dorothy draws on evidence-informed techniques and a collaborative approach to tailor care to individual needs, helping clients set realistic goals and practice strategies that fit their daily life.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them while clarifying personal values and taking committed action. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and navigating major life changes.

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a supportive, empathetic environment where the client’s perspective guides the pace and direction of work. This approach helps people build self-understanding, confidence, and stronger coping strategies for issues such as relationship problems and identity concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, involves identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and practicing practical techniques to change them. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and stress management and often yields tools clients can apply between sessions.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dorothy works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to arrange consistent appointments around work, family, and other responsibilities. These formats offer flexibility in scheduling and communication style, helping clients access licensed professionals and therapists from the place that works best for them.