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Helen Whitehouse

Therapist
17 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Chronic conditions
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who supports adults and caregivers navigating stress, burnout, grief, loss, complex emotional and life transitions, and challenging family dynamics. My background in crisis intervention, care coordination, and supporting individuals and families through overwhelming health‐related experiences allows me to bring a steady, compassionate presence to clients moving through difficult periods.

Clients often come to me when they’re feeling stuck, carrying heavy emotional loads, or trying to make sense of what’s happening in their lives. I offer a warm, calm, and organized space where you can feel understood and supported.

I work primarily with adults, including caregivers, healthcare professionals, and individuals managing chronic stress, anxiety, grief, or major life changes.

My approach to therapy

My style is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel more grounded and clear. I use practical, supportive strategies that help you understand what’s contributing to your stress, make sense of your emotions, and build tools that feel realistic in your daily life.

Clients describe my approach as steady, compassionate, and easy to talk to. I can help you make sense of what’s been overwhelming or unclear and find meaningful next steps. My experience supporting people through complex emotional and life transitions allows me to offer calm, thoughtful guidance during times that feel confusing or heavy.

What you can expect from me

The first session is an opportunity for us to get to know each other and talk about what has brought you to therapy. We’ll explore your current concerns, any life experiences that may be impacting your well‐being, and your goals for treatment.

My goal is to create a warm, supportive environment where you feel heard, understood, and safe being yourself. It’s also an opportunity for us to decide whether working together feels like the right fit. By the end of our first meeting, my hope is that you have a clearer sense of next steps.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    17 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Southern California
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Humanistic, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Strength-Based
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English