Ilene Cooper, LCSW, CSW
- CBT and mindfulness
- Couples and family therapy
- Anxiety and grief
About Ilene Cooper
She draws on extensive training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and is certified in Imago Relationship Therapy and Mindfulness practices. Ilene has also studied with Drs. John and Julie Gottman and trained in Emotionally-Focused Therapy for couples, equipping her to work effectively on relationship dynamics, communication, and emotional connection.
Ilene specializes in a broad range of concerns including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, addictions, LGBT matters, and intimacy-related struggles. She also supports clients facing life transitions, caregiving and geriatric issues, chronic illness and pain, parenting challenges, and career or purpose questions. Ilene partners with clients to explore how past experiences shape current patterns and to identify strategies and thought processes that promote meaningful change and improved well-being.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ilene Cooper have?
Ilene Cooper has 20 years of clinical experience working with individuals, couples, and families.
Is Ilene Cooper a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ilene Cooper holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details: GA LCSW CSW003312.
In which languages does Ilene Cooper provide therapy?
Ilene Cooper provides therapy in English.
Where is Ilene Cooper located?
Ilene Cooper is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Ilene Cooper as my therapist?
Clients can work with Ilene Cooper through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ilene Cooper work with international clients?
Ilene Cooper does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ilene Cooper cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule their first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Online Therapeutic Approaches for Couples and Individuals
Ilene uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and behavior-related concerns. CBT focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers concrete tools to change those patterns.
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) is employed for couples work and attachment-focused concerns. EFT helps partners recognize emotional responses and interaction patterns, build emotional responsiveness, and strengthen connection through guided exploration of feelings and needs.
The Gottman Method informs Ilene's approach to relationship work by emphasizing communication skills, conflict management, and rebuilding friendship and trust. These techniques target everyday interactions as well as deeper relational patterns.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ilene works with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexible access to care. These formats make it easier for clients to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity through life changes, and engage in therapy from familiar settings while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor treatment to each person's needs.