Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker in Washington, DC. I am a little older than most, in my early 60s, but am an open-minded optimist. I have over 20 years of experience working in Mental Health and Child Welfare settings so there aren’t too many issues that I haven’t dealt with. I have worked with couples, families, individuals, and children with a variety of issues to include physical and emotional trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship challenges and life transitions.
I would describe my approach to therapy as eclectic, drawing on a variety of modalities to best serve a client’s needs and goals. The modalities that I feel have proven most useful are: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I typically meet with my clients once weekly for 45 minutes. We begin by getting to know each other so that I can learn about the issues that brought them to seek counseling. You can expect me to walk with you through whatever difficulties you are facing and help you learn more about yourself and the way you interact with the world. I view the therapeutic alliance as a partnership requiring mutual trust, respect, honesty, communication, and commitment to do the work.
I can interact with you in whatever manner you are most comfortable. I find it helpful initially to participate in video sessions so that we can get to know each other better; however, I am also available to you via phone and text if that is more comfortable for you. Much of my availability is in the mornings and on the weekends, although I do have a high degree of flexibility. I check messages at least once during each weekday.
Taking the first step in seeking help can be challenging, however it is important to find a therapist that you feel comfortable with and can trust. I look forward to working with you and your journey!
SPECIALTIES
• Trauma and abuse
• Grief
• Self esteem
• Depression
Also experienced in:
Relationship issues , Family conflicts , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Coping with life changes , Compassion fatigue , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Commitment Issues , Communication Problems , Child abuse and neglect, Emptiness , Family Problems , Forgiveness , Guilt and Shame , Hospice and End of Life Counseling , Mid Life Crisis and Posttraumatic Stress
Clinical approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
Years of Experience: 29
SERVICES OFFERED
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LICENSING
LICSW #LC300783 (Expires: 07/31/2021)
Licensed · Professional · Cancel Anytime
Ellen Walker is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in Washington, DC who brings 30 years of experience to her clinical work. In her early 60s, she describes herself as an open-minded optimist and draws on a long career in mental health and child welfare settings to support people facing a wide range of challenges.
She has worked with couples, families, individuals, and children on issues that include physical and emotional trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship difficulties, and life transitions. Ellen frames therapy as a collaborative process and emphasizes a therapeutic alliance built on mutual trust, respect, honesty, clear communication, and a shared commitment to the work.
Her approach is eclectic and tailored to each person’s needs, using techniques that have proven useful in practice such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. Sessions are typically 45 minutes and usually occur once weekly; initial meetings focus on getting to know one another and understanding the concerns that brought a person to therapy.
Ellen prefers beginning with video sessions so clients and she can establish a rapport, and she is also available by phone and text for those who find those methods more comfortable. Much of her availability is in the mornings and on weekends, and she maintains a high degree of flexibility. She checks messages at least once on each weekday. Ellen holds a District of Columbia license as a clinical social worker – LICSW license LC3000783 – and uses her decades of experience to guide clients through change and healing.
Many people wonder whether therapy delivered online can truly help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person care.
One of the primary advantages is convenience – clients can connect in the way that suits them best, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy routine.
All participating clinicians are licensed professionals, and if someone decides they would prefer a different match, it is possible to switch to another therapist. For many people, online therapy provides an accessible and effective option for addressing everyday mental health concerns and working toward meaningful change.
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