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Caitlyn Smith Elkins

Therapist
6 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, OCD, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

With over fifteen years in the field, I have developed a personal style that fuses validation with exploration, and humor with honesty. I love to work with ages 12 and up, with particular interest in life transitions, aging, and motherhood. I am EMDR trained and have worked for a long time with chronic trauma.

My approach to therapy

I use a mix of EMDR, motivational interviewing, ACT, and am learning IFS. I mostly believe that having a positive relationship is the most important part of therapy.

What you can expect from me

I want you to be able to rely more on the tools and abilities you already have. You are the expert of your own life, and I want to be a support to help you feel more is possible.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Humorous, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    6 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Illinois - Chicago
  • License type
    LISW (Licensed Independent Social Worker) (Ohio)
  • Licensed in
    Ohio
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, OCD, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Family issues, Stress management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Infertility, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Attachment Based, Strength-Based, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English