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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Elena
Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in South Carolina with nine years of experience, Elena Hendricks helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and life changes. She also focuses on issues such as attachment and abandonment, body image, communication and control problems, divorce and separation, and feelings of emptiness or isolation.
Elena begins by listening to what matters most and identifying patterns that get in the way. She works with clients to notice and change unhelpful thoughts. She also supports practical skill building for problem solving and clearer communication. Sessions aim to be straightforward and action-oriented when that fits the client’s goals.
Her background includes a Master of Social Work from Widener University and a Clinical License in Social Work, LISW-CP. Over nine years, she has applied a broad, evidence-based approach that considers biological, psychological, social, and spiritual factors. That assessment helps set priorities for therapy.
Typical work includes reconciling relationships and building behavioral skills people can use between sessions. Elena describes her approach as respectful of each person’s life and beliefs. She adapts techniques to match individual needs rather than using a single method for everyone.
Outside of clinical work she grew up in southern New Jersey, played competitive soccer, and enjoys camping, art, documentaries, and reading. Her early volunteer experiences, including a mission trip to the Dominican Republic, inspired a commitment to helping others.
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How Elena’s approaches translate to online work
Elena describes her practice as grounded in evidence-based therapeutic techniques that examine thinking and behavior. Cognitive-style approaches help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts that feed anxiety and depression. These methods focus on concrete steps a person can take between sessions to reduce distress.She also uses relational and problem-solving techniques that address attachment, communication, and trust issues. These approaches help people improve how they relate to others and manage conflict, which can reduce loneliness and relationship strain.
Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Elena works with clients to choose methods based on their goals, needs, and preferences. She treats the selection as a collaboration and adjusts strategies if something isn’t working.
Session format details are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, remote sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work, childcare, or travel. They can also allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, or let someone continue care without the need to travel to an office. Licensed professionals use a range of formats; check with Elena for the specific session types she offers.
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Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, body image, divorce or separation, and loneliness.
What is her therapy style?
She uses an evidence-based, practical approach that looks at thoughts and behaviors. Sessions often include skill building for problem solving and communication.
How long has she worked in this field?
She has nine years of clinical experience working with people on a range of emotional and relational concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds a Master of Social Work and is a LISW-CP in South Carolina.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription 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 the first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.