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Qiana Russell, LISW, LCSW, CSW

Licensed clinical social work therapist
  • Evidence-based therapies
  • Flexible online sessions
  • Parenting and family support

About Qiana Russell

Qiana Russell is a licensed social work clinician with more than 16 years of professional experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of life challenges. She holds the credentials LISW, LCSW, and CSW, reflecting advanced licensure and clinical social work training. Her practice focuses on conditions such as stress and anxiety, parenting concerns, anger management and motivation, self-esteem and confidence issues, depression, addictions, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related problems, eating concerns, and mood disorders including bipolar.

Russell brings extensive training in evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, and integrates those methods to fit each person she works with. She approaches care from a strengths-based perspective, honoring the view that each person is the expert in their own story and already possesses resources that can be mobilized to overcome present difficulties.

Beginning therapy can require courage, and Qiana acknowledges that step while offering grounded professional support to help clients set goals, build skills, and make meaningful changes. Her style emphasizes collaboration, practical strategies, and steady encouragement throughout the therapeutic process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersBipolar disorder

Additional Focus Areas

Communication problemsFamily problemsForgivenessMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-love

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Qiana Russell have?

Qiana Russell has 16 years of experience.

Is Qiana Russell a licensed therapist?

Yes, she holds these credentials: LISW, LCSW, CSW. License details: OH LISW I.2203970, GA LCSW CSW009389.

In which languages does Qiana Russell provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Qiana Russell located?

She is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Qiana Russell as my therapist?

You can work with Qiana Russell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Qiana Russell work with international clients?

Qiana Russell does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Qiana Russell 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 text-based messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Qiana Russell draws from several established approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership where the therapist follows the client's lead, helping people clarify their values and build on their existing strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps clients identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical strategies and skill-building, and is often used for anxiety, depression, and mood regulation. Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the impact of traumatic experiences through structured interventions that reduce symptoms and support recovery, and is applied when past events continue to affect daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work and is handled collaboratively. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and symptom patterns to recommend and adjust methods that fit each client's situation. This collaborative process helps ensure the plan feels right and remains responsive to change.

Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or to continue care from a distance. These options allow for consistent support, timely check-ins, and multiple ways to engage in therapy based on what works best for the client.

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