Profile / United States
Angela McAlarney, LISW
Ohio
LISW - Anxiety and Relationship Support
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma and grief
- Parenting concerns
About Angela
Angela McAlarney is an Ohio licensed independent social worker (LISW) with three years of clinical experience. She helps people cope with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and relationship and family concerns. She also works with issues related to LGBTQ matters, parenting, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem.
Angela uses straightforward, goal-focused methods to notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people test out different ways of thinking and acting. Sessions focus on practical steps to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.
Clients can expect a clear orientation in early sessions. Angela asks about current struggles, patterns that cause difficulty, and what changes would feel most useful. From there she and the client set simple targets and track progress between meetings.
She pays attention to attachment and abandonment concerns when they come up, and addresses caregiver stress and impulsivity with concrete strategies. When trauma or post-traumatic stress is part of the picture, work proceeds at a pace the client controls and with attention to coping skills.
Sessions include homework-like practice and skills coaching to reinforce what is tried in session. Angela also helps people with social anxiety, self-love, and women’s issues by building manageable habits and clearer thinking. Her approach is practical, structured, and focused on measurable change.
How CBT and focused skills work in online sessions
Angela uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns of thinking that keep problems active and to test practical alternatives. CBT sessions focus on breaking problems into small steps, practicing new behaviors, and reviewing what works and what needs adjusting. This approach is often used for anxiety, depression, social anxiety, and stress-related issues.She also draws on strategies for attachment and abandonment concerns, offering concrete coping skills and pacing work when trauma or post-traumatic stress is present. These techniques aim to strengthen day-to-day coping and reduce triggers rather than promise a specific outcome.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist and client will review needs, goals, and preferences and then try methods that fit. Sessions can be adjusted based on what helps most, with regular check-ins to refine the plan.
Confirm current session options before booking, as this profile does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it possible to practice skills in real-world routines and revisit them with the therapist between meetings.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, relationship and family concerns, and LGBTQ related issues.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try different responses, and practice new skills between sessions.
What is her clinical background?
She holds an LISW credential and has three years of clinical experience working with the concerns listed on her profile.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed as an LISW in Ohio.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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