Aartje Caldwell
Support for life transitions, grief, and anxiety
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About
Aartje Caldwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than three decades of experience helping people navigate the emotional complexity of everyday life and major transitions. She supports clients working through concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and self-esteem, and she brings particular depth to work with older adults and individuals facing significant changes in roles, relationships, or health.
Her practice offers steady, compassionate support for a wide range of challenges, including social anxiety, workplace stress, caregiver strain, and concerns connected to aging and finding purpose. She also helps clients who feel isolated or stuck, and those carrying difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or emptiness. With a thoughtful and attentive style, she makes space for clients to explore what they are feeling, understand patterns that may be holding them back, and strengthen day-to-day coping skills.
Grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration, Aartje works alongside each person to clarify goals, build on existing strengths, and develop practical strategies for moving forward. Whether someone is adjusting to divorce or separation, managing chronic pain or illness, coping with cancer-related stress, or seeking personal growth during a life transition, she offers experienced guidance and a steady therapeutic presence.
Her practice offers steady, compassionate support for a wide range of challenges, including social anxiety, workplace stress, caregiver strain, and concerns connected to aging and finding purpose. She also helps clients who feel isolated or stuck, and those carrying difficult emotions like guilt, shame, or emptiness. With a thoughtful and attentive style, she makes space for clients to explore what they are feeling, understand patterns that may be holding them back, and strengthen day-to-day coping skills.
Grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration, Aartje works alongside each person to clarify goals, build on existing strengths, and develop practical strategies for moving forward. Whether someone is adjusting to divorce or separation, managing chronic pain or illness, coping with cancer-related stress, or seeking personal growth during a life transition, she offers experienced guidance and a steady therapeutic presence.
- Location:
- Indiana, United States
- Years Experience:
- 35
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Blended family issues, Cancer, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Workplace issues
Therapeutic approach:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IN LCSW 34000612A
- NPI Number: 1336357938
- License: LCSW (Indiana)
Practical Therapy Tools, Delivered Online
Aartje Caldwell draws from approaches that focus on clarity, motivation, and realistic next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, and it can be especially useful when stress, anxiety, low mood, or self-esteem concerns start to shape daily routines and relationships.Motivational Interviewing supports change by exploring what matters most to the client and strengthening personal reasons for moving forward. This style can be helpful when someone feels stuck, ambivalent, or worn down by life transitions, caregiving stress, or health-related challenges. Solution-Focused Therapy keeps attention on strengths and workable goals, helping clients identify small steps that build momentum in the present.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Aartje works collaboratively with clients to understand needs, goals, and preferences, and to choose strategies that feel practical and supportive over time.
Online therapy makes it easier to get consistent support with flexible options, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats can fit around work, caregiving responsibilities, mobility limitations, or changing energy levels while still allowing meaningful progress from week to week.
How much experience does Aartje Caldwell have?
Aartje Caldwell has 35 years of experience providing therapy and support.
Is Aartje Caldwell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Aartje Caldwell is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License number: IN LCSW 34000612A.
In which languages does Aartje Caldwell provide therapy?
Aartje Caldwell provides therapy in English.
Where is Aartje Caldwell located?
Aartje Caldwell is located in Indiana.
How can I work with Aartje Caldwell as my therapist?
Sessions with Aartje Caldwell are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and schedule.
Does Aartje Caldwell work with international clients?
No. Aartje Caldwell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Aartje Caldwell cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.