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Elaine Wells

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Elaine Wells, LCSW

Florida

LCSW - Anxiety and relationship issues

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Client-Centered Therapy

About Elaine

Elaine Wells is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with five years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, anger, and similar concerns. Elaine lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing among her approaches. Sessions are described as places to talk through thoughts and feelings without judgment.

Elaine focuses on practical steps clients can try between sessions. She helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns and test new ways of responding. That can include short experiments, behavior changes, and clear goals to track progress.

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She listens to what matters most to the client and then suggests specific strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone needs help sorting through mixed feelings about change.

Elaine also attends to issues tied to identity and safety, including LGBT concerns, domestic violence, codependency, and women’s issues. She supports people coping with grief, losses, and life transitions. Practical topics like sleep, eating, parenting, and career stress are worked on with concrete tools.

People who want measurable steps and a clear treatment plan may find her approach helpful. Before scheduling, clients should confirm current session options and how the service is provided.

How Elaine uses structured approaches in online sessions

Elaine works with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors that reduce anxiety and improve mood. CBT in practice means setting clear goals, tracking what happens between sessions, and running short behavioral experiments to test new strategies.

Client-Centered Therapy is used to make room for a person to describe their concerns in their own words. That approach focuses on listening and reflecting to help clients clarify what matters most to them. Motivational Interviewing is used when someone feels uncertain about change; it helps weigh options and build motivation one step at a time.

Finding the right mix of these methods is part of the work. Elaine collaborates with each client to pick approaches that match their goals, needs, and preferences rather than assuming a single method will fit everyone.

The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the exact online options before you book. Generally online work can make it easier to fit sessions into daily life, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. Ask about the session length and format when scheduling to match therapy to your routine.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

CodependencyDomestic violenceWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational Interviewing

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, addictions, grief, and related concerns listed in her specialties.

How would she describe her approach to therapy?

Elaine uses practical, structured methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Client-Centered Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to help clients notice patterns and try different responses.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional experience working as a clinician in Florida.

What are her credentials and location?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.

In which languages can sessions be conducted?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she accept international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are used?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How are fees and payments handled?

Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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