Ellen Dinsmore, LICSW
- Collaborative approach
- Down-to-earth support
- Goal-focused care
About Ellen Dinsmore
She prioritizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. Ellen is known for a down-to-earth manner and a steady commitment to authenticity and respect, which she brings to each session. Her approach emphasizes partnership - listening carefully, naming priorities, and developing steps that fit each person’s life.
Recognizing that reaching out for support takes courage, Ellen offers steady guidance and encouragement through the process of change. She supports clients in clarifying values, building coping skills, and taking concrete steps toward a more fulfilling, balanced life.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ellen Dinsmore have?
Ellen Dinsmore has 15 years of experience.
Is Ellen Dinsmore a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LICSW credential. LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. License details: MN LICSW 1966.
In which languages does Ellen Dinsmore provide therapy?
Ellen Dinsmore provides therapy in English.
Where is Ellen Dinsmore located?
Ellen Dinsmore is located in Minnesota.
How can I work with Ellen Dinsmore as my therapist?
You can work with Ellen Dinsmore through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ellen Dinsmore work with international clients?
Ellen Dinsmore does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ellen Dinsmore cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters most to a person and taking committed action toward those values while learning to relate differently to difficult thoughts and feelings. It can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions by emphasizing psychological flexibility and meaningful choices.Client-Centered Therapy centers the relationship and the client’s own expertise about their life. The therapist offers empathic listening, reflection, and support to help individuals explore feelings, build self-understanding, and find their own solutions; this approach is often useful for building self-esteem and addressing relationship concerns.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and practice practical strategies to shift them. CBT can be effective for managing anxiety, depression, and coping skills by teaching concrete tools to change patterns that interfere with daily functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is determined collaboratively. Ellen draws on these evidence-informed methods and will work with each person to tailor techniques to their goals, needs, and preferences rather than applying one fixed method.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for busy schedules, reduces travel time, and makes regular care more accessible. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to continue consistent work on goals while fitting therapy into everyday life.