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Dr. Porcha Porter, LISW, LCSW
Virginia
LISW LCSW - anxiety and trauma-focused
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Trauma informed care
- Motivational interviewing
About Porcha
Dr. Porcha Porter is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) in Ohio and a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Virginia with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and LGBT concerns. Sessions are conducted in English and based in Virginia.
Dr. Porter uses practical, goal-oriented methods to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, EMDR, and motivational interviewing. That mix is used to address specific problems like mood shifts, addiction patterns, and trauma symptoms.
In sessions she helps people break problems into manageable steps. That can mean tracking thoughts, trying new behaviors, and practicing short exercises between meetings. She also works on communication and attachment concerns, and on managing stress related to caregiving or blended family roles.
Her background includes focused work with people coping with trauma, dissociation, domestic violence, and substance use issues. She also addresses issues such as abandonment, control problems, and feelings of emptiness. The approach is practical: identify patterns, test small changes, and adjust as needed.
Dr. Porter asks clients to set clear goals and uses measurable steps to track progress. People who want structured, skills-based work may find this approach fits their needs. To arrange an initial meeting, follow the site’s process to view online therapy options and scheduling.
How CBT and related methods are used in online sessions
Dr. Porter commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. CBT sessions focus on practical exercises, thought tracking, and trying small behavior changes between meetings. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is used to clarify values and build willingness to act on those values, which can help with stress and life changes. Client-centered therapy provides a supportive listening stance that prioritizes the person's perspective and goals.Choosing the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss options, try interventions, and adjust based on what the client finds helpful. That collaborative process helps match techniques to goals such as reducing anxiety, addressing trauma reactions, or changing substance use patterns.
Session formats are not specified in the original biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a day, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. They can also make it possible to keep continuity of care while balancing work, caregiving, or other obligations.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Virginia, Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, coping with life changes, and LGBT concerns, plus related areas like attachment and caregiver stress.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. Sessions often include tracking thoughts and practicing small behavior changes between meetings.
What is her clinical experience?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with mood, trauma, and substance use concerns and related interpersonal issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LISW (Ohio) and LCSW (Virginia) credentials and practices in Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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