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Courtney Sanders, LISW

Empathetic Ohio social worker for anxiety and stress

12 years in practice · based in Ohio · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Courtney

Courtney Sanders is an Ohio-based licensed independent social worker with 12 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety and works with concerns like depression, relationships, family conflict, and substance-related issues. Her approach is practical and straightforward.

She aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She adapts conversations and plans to each person's needs instead of using one fixed method. Sessions involve listening closely, identifying patterns that cause strain, and trying small changes that can make daily life easier.

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Background and approach

Parents who feel worn down by caretaking demands can get support for parenting stress and compassion fatigue. Courtney also helps people who are navigating career questions, self-esteem struggles, or big life transitions. She can talk through coping skills that fit a person’s routine and help build steady habits.

For those dealing with addictions, she focuses on practical steps to reduce harm and regain control. Her style combines direct guidance with patient support. She encourages honest talk about what’s working and what isn’t and adjusts plans as progress is made.

The goal is clearer thinking, better coping, and more moments that feel manageable. People who choose her often want a respectful listener who offers real-world tools. Sessions are geared toward everyday improvement rather than long lectures.

She supports each person’s pace while aiming for steady, realistic change.

How evidence-based techniques are used in online care

Online sessions can use a few focused, evidence-based techniques to help with anxiety and stress. One common approach is skills-based work that teaches coping strategies such as breathing, grounding, and step-by-step problem solving. These tools aim to reduce immediate overwhelm and make daily tasks feel more manageable.

Another helpful method is behavioral activation, which encourages scheduling small, achievable activities to lift mood and rebuild routine. This approach is useful for depression and low motivation because it breaks larger goals into simple steps that fit into a busy day.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that match those priorities. That means plans can change if something doesn’t fit, and the client helps decide the best path forward.

Online therapy offers flexibility through multiple formats. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions require less bandwidth and can be easier during a short break. Live chat or text-based messaging can fit quick check-ins, written reflection, or support between sessions. These options make it easier to keep regular contact and apply new skills to everyday life.
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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress and anxiety along with depression, relationship tensions, family conflict, addictions, parenting strain, career worries, self-esteem issues, and compassion fatigue.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions focus on listening closely, identifying patterns, and trying practical changes. Plans are adjusted to fit each person's daily life and goals.
How long has she practiced clinically?
Courtney has 12 years of professional work experience in social work and behavioral health settings.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She holds an LISW credential and is licensed in Ohio.
Can sessions be held in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are available for sessions?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
12 years
Licensed
Ohio
Languages
English

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