- 17 years experience
- Skills focused
- Collaborative approach
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth "Liz" McDowell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 17 years of experience. She practices from Idaho and brings a straightforward, caring approach to people struggling with depression and other life challenges.
She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has supported individuals, couples, and families. Her background includes assessments, therapy, and practical support during crises and major life changes.
In sessions she uses methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. She also draws on solution-focused ideas, art therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques when useful.
Clients can expect a focus on real problems and clear skills. She helps people with grief, anxiety, trauma, relationship and communication issues, addiction concerns, caregiving stress, and self-esteem. She also works with issues such as body image, chronic illness, and sexual expression like BDSM and kink.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She aims to help people notice what matters, build coping skills, and make changes that fit everyday life. To begin, people use the site Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Her LCSW credential is listed as the professional qualification she holds and she practices in Idaho.
She has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has supported individuals, couples, and families. Her background includes assessments, therapy, and practical support during crises and major life changes.
In sessions she uses methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy. She also draws on solution-focused ideas, art therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques when useful.
Clients can expect a focus on real problems and clear skills. She helps people with grief, anxiety, trauma, relationship and communication issues, addiction concerns, caregiving stress, and self-esteem. She also works with issues such as body image, chronic illness, and sexual expression like BDSM and kink.
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. She aims to help people notice what matters, build coping skills, and make changes that fit everyday life. To begin, people use the site Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling.
Her LCSW credential is listed as the professional qualification she holds and she practices in Idaho.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.