Dorothy Russell

Dorothy Russell is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. She creates a calm, welcoming space where people can talk about painful thoughts and feelings. Dorothy emphasizes straightforward support and practical steps, rather than jargon or judgement.

Her approach centers on listening first. She uses methods that match each person’s needs and goals, then helps them try small changes that make daily life easier. Sessions focus on clear, doable strategies and on what matters most to the individual.

Dorothy draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered work to help people notice difficult thoughts, test new behavior, and clarify values. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy also inform her work when someone wants targeted, goal-oriented change.

She has professional licenses as an LISW and LCSW and practices in Ohio. Dorothy aims to support people taking early steps toward a different life, whether that means managing anxiety, addressing addictive patterns, coping after trauma, or finding purpose after a big change.

Her style is patient and respectful. She helps people set realistic steps, track progress, and adjust plans as needed. The focus is on useful tools and steady progress rather than quick fixes.

How Dorothy’s Approaches Translate to Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and decide what matters most to them. It focuses on taking small, values-driven steps even when feelings are hard. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact and teaches practical techniques to reduce anxiety and depressive patterns. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the person’s experience guides the work.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dorothy will work together with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. That collaborative decision is revisited as progress is made and needs change.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into a busy schedule, have shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Online work can make it easier to try practical tools between meetings and to bring real-life situations into session for discussion. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and client-centered methods effectively in remote work when both people agree on goals and methods.