Dorothy Russell, LISW, LCSW

Dorothy Russell is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and depression. She focuses on creating a welcoming space where people can talk honestly about difficult feelings. Dorothy encourages small steps toward change and supports each person as they work toward clearer goals.

She keeps conversations straightforward and nonjudgmental. Sessions typically involve listening first, then helping people name what matters most to them. Dorothy uses practical tools to manage worry and cravings, and she helps people build routines that support recovery and emotional balance.

Her approach draws on methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to change unhelpful patterns and increase flexibility. Motivational Interviewing techniques are used when people want to strengthen their own reasons for change. Solution-Focused Therapy helps set short-term goals and track progress.

Dorothy also pays attention to how past relationships and family history affect current feelings, including issues like abandonment, adoption and foster care, and family of origin concerns. She offers help with caregiver stress, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.

Clients can expect a calm, respectful listener who combines practical strategies with personal support. Dorothy practices in Ohio as an LISW and LCSW and works collaboratively to find steps that fit each person's life.

How therapy approaches shape online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people accept difficult thoughts while committing to actions that match their values; it can help with anxiety, depression, and maintaining recovery from addictive behaviors. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings and actions and teaches practical skills to change patterns like worry, avoidance, or unhelpful impulses. Motivational Interviewing is a conversational approach that helps people clarify and strengthen their own reasons for change when motivation feels uncertain.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dorothy will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. She often blends techniques so sessions stay practical and focused on measurable steps toward recovery and better coping.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Ask about format options and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire so you can plan sessions that suit your routine.