Dr. Chelsea Bennett , LISW, LCSW

Dr. Chelsea Bennett, LISW, LCSW, is a licensed social worker and clinician based in Indiana with six years of professional experience. She holds Ohio and Indiana clinical licenses - OH LISW I.1801254-SUPV and IN LCSW 34010505A - and uses that training to support people facing a range of emotional and relational challenges. LISW denotes a Licensed Independent Social Worker, a credential for independently practicing social work, and LCSW denotes a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential for providing clinical therapy.

Dr. Bennett draws on a trauma-informed perspective and practical therapeutic skills to help clients process trauma and abuse, navigate relationship and family concerns, and manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and other life transitions. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared and explored, helping clients identify values, set goals, and practice strategies that align with a more fulfilling life.

Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, Dr. Bennett frames therapy as a collaborative process that balances empathy with actionable tools. Her approach emphasizes empowerment and support, guiding people through meaningful change while honoring their pace and priorities.

Evidence-based approaches for online therapy

Dr. Bennett integrates cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy into her online practice. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and developing practical skills to change reactions and behaviors, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Acceptance and commitment therapy, or ACT, emphasizes clarifying personal values and accepting difficult thoughts or feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful goals, useful for motivation and life transitions. Dialectical behavior therapy, or DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Bennett works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online sessions are offered by licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and locations. This format can make it easier to access consistent support while balancing work, family, or other commitments, and allows therapy to continue even when in-person visits are not feasible.