LCSW, 15 years of experience
Frequently rebooked
Hello! I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and I also have a doctorate in applied clinical psychology. I have worked as a clinical therapist for 13 years (children and adults) in many settings. Some of my specialties include: depression, anxiety, trauma, LGBTQIA+, grief, and life transitions. I have an eclectic approach, but tend to prefer CBT and motivational interviewing to empower clients and give them more control over their own sessions.
In our first session I will gather further information about you and your history. I will explore your goals and the issues that you are experiencing in order to create a treatment plan that will effectively address your concerns and goals.
Some of my greatest strengths are: going at the client's pace, providing a safe space where the client feels comfortable enough to share without feeling like they have to filter themselves, active listener and clear communicator, and I am empathetic.
I enjoy working with adults that are open to alternate approaches to the challenges that they are experiencing. I believe that the best outcomes are when both the therapist and client work together in finding the right solutions and approaches to resolve their issues and challenges. I also enjoy working with older teens that are eager to make changes to improve their situation.
3 ratings with written reviews
July 7, 2025
Ely is fantastic! I don't think I've ever had a more perfect fit with a therapist. I am so grateful for her. I have never felt so seen by a therapist. She is so intelligent, authentic, kind, knowledgeable, helpful, relatable, and so on. She has helped me a ton in a short period of time. I value her so much and fully recommended her to anyone!
May 15, 2025
Ely is a great therapist with a good blend of therapy and asking questions. She gave me guidance that I had not really fully appreciated in the past . She gave me a blueprint and assignments for ongoing success. Thanks Ely
April 23, 2025
My sessions with Ely are always beneficial.
I have used this type of treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life transitions among other situations that clients are experiencing. CBT allows the person to gain awareness of triggers, emotional responses, and behaviors. It also allows people to problem-solve and process the root of certain issues and responses.
I have use this type of treatment to empower clients in identifying the problem and the solution themselves to eventually become self-sufficient and not dependent on the therapist. It allows people to have a bit more control over their sessions.
I used psychoeducation to help clients understand their diagnosis, symptoms, and treatment.