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- ACT
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About Ellen
LICSW in Minnesota with 15 years of experience, Ellen Dinsmore helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, and relationship concerns. She also works with issues such as grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Ellen uses practical methods to help people move toward clearer goals and steadier daily functioning.
She prefers a collaborative, down-to-earth style. Sessions focus on identifying concrete goals and small steps. Ellen blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to match what each person needs.
In a typical session she listens to what matters most, clarifies immediate priorities, and suggests exercises or experiments to try between meetings. That can include mindfulness practices, values-based actions, or skill work to change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.
Ellen has worked across clinical settings for 15 years and holds a LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her background includes work with people facing trauma, addiction, mood and personality concerns, and life transitions.
People who come to Ellen often want straightforward, practical guidance rather than long theory discussions. She helps people test different approaches and find the ones that fit their life and goals. To begin, the usual next step is selecting an online therapy option and completing a short matching questionnaire.
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How her approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take small actions that align with what matters to them. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and motivation problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and homework. That approach is commonly used for anxiety, mood disorders, and coping skills.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ellen will discuss goals, try methods, and adjust plans based on what feels useful. She works with each person to match techniques to their needs and preferences rather than using one fixed method.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. They also let people practice skills between meetings in their real-world routines. Licensed professionals, including this clinician, can adapt ACT and CBT exercises for remote work so that practical skill-building continues across sessions.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
Minnesota
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, relationship and family issues, grief, anger, self-esteem, bipolar concerns, ADHD, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include adoption and foster care, attachment issues, substance problems, gender dysphoria, postpartum depression, and post-traumatic stress.
What is her therapeutic approach and style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to address goals and day-to-day challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working in clinical settings with a range of mood, trauma, and addiction concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a LICSW, licensed in Minnesota. Sessions are provided by a Minnesota-licensed clinician.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies by location. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin sessions with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.