Chandra Betts , LCSW, LMSW

Chandra Betts is a licensed social worker who focuses on helping people navigate stressful life changes, grief, trauma, and relationship challenges. She holds both LCSW and LMSW credentials - LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, indicating clinical practice training, and LMSW denotes Licensed Master Social Worker, reflecting her graduate-level social work credential. With three years of experience providing therapy, Chandra works with individuals, families, and groups on issues such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, parenting concerns, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, and recovery from domestic violence and other forms of abuse.

Her approach centers on respecting each person’s dignity and meeting them without judgment. Chandra combines evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing with client-centered techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. She emphasizes practical coping strategies for stress, skills for emotional regulation, and collaborative goal-setting to support healthier patterns and improved well-being.

Clients can expect an attentive listener who values empathy and partnership in the therapeutic process. Chandra aims to create a supportive space for processing grief, addressing trauma, building self-esteem, and improving relationships while working toward meaningful, sustainable change.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care

Chandra draws on evidence-based approaches to guide online therapy in a practical, collaborative way. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and creating a non-judgmental space so clients can explore their values and goals; it is useful for increasing self-esteem, improving relationships, and navigating life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be especially helpful for impulsivity, intense emotions, and mood regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Chandra works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds. This partnership helps tailor sessions to what will be most helpful for the individual.

Online therapy with a licensed professional offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule consistent care around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining a steady therapeutic process with regular contact and practical support.