Mindy Battles, LISW
Experienced social worker supporting life transitions
- Older adult specialization
- Trauma-informed care
- CBT and DBT skills
About Mindy Battles
Mindy Battles is a mental health and healthcare social worker licensed independently in Ohio, holding the LISW credential - Licensed Independent Social Worker. She brings deep experience working with older adults and has spent many years supporting people through complex life transitions and health-related challenges.
Her practice has addressed a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, grief and loss, social isolation, end-of-life and hospice care, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, caregiver stress, trauma and abuse, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She approaches each person with warmth and an easygoing manner, prioritizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while meeting clients where they are on their life journey.
Mindy draws from person-centered techniques, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She adapts conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs of the individual, ensuring that clients feel comfortable and agree with the direction of care. Mindy sees the decision to seek help as a courageous step and aims to empower and support those ready to make change. She looks forward to working with clients as they pursue meaningful progress.
Her practice has addressed a wide range of concerns, including anxiety and depression, grief and loss, social isolation, end-of-life and hospice care, dementia and Alzheimer’s disease, caregiver stress, trauma and abuse, panic disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. She approaches each person with warmth and an easygoing manner, prioritizing respect, sensitivity, and compassion while meeting clients where they are on their life journey.
Mindy draws from person-centered techniques, solution-focused strategies, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). She adapts conversations and treatment plans to the specific needs of the individual, ensuring that clients feel comfortable and agree with the direction of care. Mindy sees the decision to seek help as a courageous step and aims to empower and support those ready to make change. She looks forward to working with clients as they pursue meaningful progress.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobia
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Mindy Battles have?
Mindy Battles has 10 years of experience.
Is Mindy Battles a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LISW - Licensed Independent Social Worker. License details are OH LISW I.1800914-SUPV.
In which languages does Mindy Battles provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Mindy Battles located?
She is located in Ohio.
How can I work with Mindy Battles as my therapist?
You can work with Mindy Battles through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Mindy Battles work with international clients?
Mindy Battles does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Mindy Battles 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 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
Client-centered therapy focuses on meeting each person with nonjudgmental understanding and respect. It emphasizes the therapeutic relationship and supports clients as they explore goals, values, and personal strengths - useful for life transitions, grief, and self-esteem concerns.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and modify unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior. It is practical and skills-based, often applied to anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) combines acceptance and change strategies with concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for mood difficulties, anger management, and relationship challenges.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Mindy collaborates with each person to determine which methods align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques as progress unfolds so care remains personalized and practical.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals and therapists - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and access consistent support from wherever the client is located.