Courtney WilsonLISW

Courtney Wilson is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) based in Ohio. She has 14 years of experience supporting people who are coping with addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, and stress. She also works with concerns such as grief, intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and pregnancy and childbirth related stress.

Courtney listens to each person's story in their own words. She focuses on treating people with respect, compassion, and unconditional positive regard. Sessions are straightforward and warm, with space to talk about what matters most right now.

Her approach draws on practical, evidence-informed methods like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. She uses these methods to help people notice patterns, build coping skills, and make steps toward change. Conversations are collaborative and paced to what the person needs.

Courtney has a bachelor and master degree in social work and a career history that includes work focused on sexual abuse. That background informs how she understands trauma and recovery, without assuming any single path for everyone.

People who want clear, direct support for life changes, addiction recovery, or healing from past hurt often find her style approachable. She aims to help clients move from feeling stuck to finding practical ways to manage emotions and rebuild routines.

How therapeutic approaches guide online support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life experiences. It helps people change patterns that keep them feeling stuck, such as anxious thinking or avoidance behaviors.

Motivational Interviewing is a conversational method that helps people find their own reasons to change. It is useful for addictions, ambivalence about life changes, and making steps toward healthier choices.

Trauma-Focused Therapy centers on understanding how past harmful events affect present feelings and behavior. It aims to build safety, reduce trauma-related symptoms, and support steady progress at a pace the person can manage.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and what feels manageable. Together they will try methods that match those needs and adjust the plan over time.

The profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. For many people, video or phone sessions offer a practical way to keep therapy consistent while managing everyday demands.