Licensed to practice in 7 states and accepts 11 insurances. Specializes in Couples Counseling, Trauma and PTSD, Women's Issues
Elysia Russell
New to Grow
About me
I am a licensed therapist specializing in couples therapy for traditional partnerships, with a focus on strengthening communication, rebuilding trust, and deepening emotional connection. My work supports couples in navigating recurring conflict patterns, intimacy challenges, and life transitions with greater understanding and resilience. In addition to couples work, I specialize in trauma processing using Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I help clients process unresolved trauma in a structured and supportive way, with the goal of reducing emotional distress.
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
My therapeutic style is collaborative, compassionate, and direct when needed. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel both supported and gently challenged in a safe, nonjudgmental space. Whether working with individuals or couples, my goal is to help clients move toward healthier relationships—with others and with themselves.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My strengths include being direct, goal-oriented, honest, and action-focused. I provide clear feedback regarding behaviors while maintaining a supportive approach, helping clients identify patterns and move toward healthier choices. I also bring structure and direction to sessions, which can help clients stay focused on their goals and make meaningful progress.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal clients are women and couples who are seeking support through trauma, relationship challenges, life transitions, and patterns that may be keeping them from living the life they want. I work well with clients who are open to honest feedback, willing to explore their behaviors and thought patterns, and motivated to make meaningful changes. I value working collaboratively with clients to identify goals, build healthier coping strategies, strengthen relationships, and develop a greater sense of self-worth and confidence.
Specialties
Top specialties
Couples Counseling
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues
Identifies as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Licensed in
Arizona
Colorado
Maryland
New Mexico
South Dakota
Texas
Utah
Accepts
Arlo
Cash - $120 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Kaiser Permanente
Tufts Health/Cigna