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Elaine Wells

Calm, practical support for life changes

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Credentials
LCSW
Experience
5 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Elaine

Elaine Wells is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, anger, and trauma. She works to create a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about painful experiences and start to make changes. Her short, direct approach is aimed at parents and adults who need clear support and practical steps.

She uses plain conversation and focused techniques rather than long lectures. Sessions are straightforward and goal-focused, with attention to how problems affect day-to-day life.

Background and approach

Elaine draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and Client-Centered Therapy to keep the work grounded in each person’s priorities. With five years of experience, Elaine blends skills to suit different situations. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck or unsure about change.

She also addresses issues such as grief, substance concerns, self-esteem, and coping with major life changes. Her background as a Florida LCSW means she has clinical training in social work and practical experience supporting adults through difficult times. Elaine pays special attention to issues often raised by women, codependency, and domestic violence.

People meet with her online by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Sessions aim to be flexible and fit busy schedules, so parents and working adults can get support without long commutes.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the client sets the pace and goals. This approach helps people who need a safe place to sort out feelings and decide what matters most.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying small, practical changes to reduce anxiety, mood struggles, and stress-related problems.

Motivational Interviewing is a short, focused way to explore readiness for change. It helps when someone feels stuck or uncertain about tackling habits or making big life shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the process and will be a team effort. Elaine will work together with each person to choose which methods to try, adjusting them based on needs, goals, and personal preferences.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging to fit busy schedules and reduce travel time. These formats give flexible ways to keep therapy consistent through work, parenting, and life changes while allowing therapists to use the described approaches in practical, real-time ways.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Elaine address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, trauma and abuse, grief, addiction, self-esteem, parenting, and related issues listed in her profile.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and nonjudgmental. She focuses on practical steps and clear goals while keeping conversations grounded in each person’s priorities.
What training and experience does she have?
Elaine has five years of professional experience and is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in Florida.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She holds a Florida LCSW with license number FL LCSW SW13513 and provides services while based in Florida.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
5 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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