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Helen Woods, LCSW, LISW

Warm, trauma-informed social worker for adults
  • CBT and DBT
  • Trauma-focused care
  • Adult community mental health

About Helen Woods

Helen Woods is a licensed social worker practicing under LCSW and LISW credentials, with eight years of experience supporting adults in community mental health settings in Indiana and Ohio. She has worked with people facing a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, career challenges, substance-related issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and caregiving-related compassion fatigue. Her caseload has included those navigating life transitions as well as individuals coping with persistent mood and panic-related symptoms.

Her therapeutic manner is warm, interactive, and respectful. She approaches each person without stigmatizing labels, emphasizing sensitivity and compassion while tailoring conversations and treatment plans to each individual’s needs. Helen blends several clinical approaches, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused methods, solution-focused techniques, and psychodynamic ideas, and she also incorporates dialectical behavior therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and other evidence-informed strategies as appropriate.

Helen aims to create a collaborative space where adults can explore emotional patterns, strengthen coping skills, and work toward more fulfilling relationships and functioning. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), she brings both clinical training and practical experience to her work with adults in community mental health settings. She supports people who are ready to pursue change and build healthier ways of managing stress, mood, and interpersonal challenges.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Helen Woods have?

Helen Woods has eight years of experience working as a therapist in community mental health settings with adults.

Is Helen Woods a licensed therapist?

Yes. Helen holds LCSW and LISW credentials. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LISW stands for Licensed Independent Social Worker. Her license details are IN LCSW 34008141A and OH LISW I.2203428.

In which languages does Helen Woods provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Helen Woods located?

Helen Woods is located in Ohio.

How can I work with Helen Woods as my therapist?

Work with Helen Woods is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Helen Woods work with international clients?

Helen Woods does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Helen Woods cost?

Costs can vary depending on factors such as location and therapist availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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