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Elizabeth Skaff, LISW
Ohio
Ohio LISW - Stress and Family Concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Client-centered work
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth Skaff is an Ohio LISW with 24 years of clinical experience who works with stress, anxiety, family and parenting concerns, among other issues. She completed a master’s degree in social work in 1999 and began her career in an inpatient psychiatric unit focusing on children and adolescents and their school and family supports.
After earning an independent license, she moved into private practice and has been there for more than two decades. Over the past ten years her caseload has shifted toward young adults and adults. Common topics in sessions include transitions to adulthood, relationship and family stress, self-control and decision making, self-esteem, depression, and anxiety.
She describes her approach as flexible rather than one size fits all. She often uses themes from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. Solution-Focused Therapy techniques are also used to set practical goals and build hopeful steps forward.
Sessions draw on client-centered principles so the person in the room guides the pace and focus. Conversations typically include talking through recent problems, identifying unhelpful thinking or habits, and trying concrete alternatives to see what helps.
Clients report that regular time to talk and process is helpful for making sense of difficult situations. Elizabeth aims to be validating while helping people try different ways of responding and moving toward clearer goals.
How cognitive and person-centered approaches translate to online work
Elizabeth blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Client-Centered and Solution-Focused ideas. CBT involves noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing practical alternatives to change feelings and actions. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and problem-focused issues. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's pace to explore what feels most important in the moment. Solution-Focused Therapy narrows attention to small, concrete steps that move a person toward their next goal.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. She will work with the client to decide which methods fit best based on goals, current challenges, and personal preferences. That collaboration can include brief skill practice, tracking patterns between sessions, and adjusting the plan as progress is observed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, or allow shorter check-ins when that's more practical. Therapists and licensed professionals use these formats to help clients keep momentum and apply new skills to everyday life.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, family and parenting issues, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and related topics like ADHD and mood disorders.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in sessions?
She incorporates CBT themes to examine links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and to test different ways of responding to problems.
What is her professional background?
She holds a master’s degree in social work from Case Western Reserve University and has 24 years of clinical experience, including early work in an inpatient psychiatric unit.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an Ohio LISW and practices 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 does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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