Angela Lightle

I’m a licensed clinical social worker with nearly 20 years of experience helping people through difficult times. I’ve worked with adults facing mental health concerns, homelessness, domestic violence, family challenges, and major life changes, among other concerns. I especially enjoy working with women who are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, stress, or difficult circumstances. I also bring personal experience as a foster and adoptive parent and as a parent of a child with behavioral needs.

I want therapy to feel like a safe, comfortable place where you can be yourself and talk openly without judgment. I believe you know yourself best, so we’ll work together to understand what you need and what you want to change. I use CBT, mindfulness, and other practical tools to help with thoughts, emotions, and stress, but I tailor therapy to each person rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Sometimes you may need help finding solutions, and sometimes you simply need someone to listen and help you make sense of what you’re going through.

Our first session is a chance for us to get to know each other and talk about what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask questions to better understand your experiences and what you hope to get from therapy, and you’ll have a chance to ask me questions, too. I want you to feel comfortable sharing at your own pace, and I won’t pressure you to talk about anything you’re not ready to discuss. We’ll begin identifying goals that are important to you and find small, manageable steps to help you move forward.