Ethel Dickerson , LCSW

Ethel Dickerson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Connecticut with 22 years of clinical experience. She has worked across settings that include outpatient clinics, services for people experiencing homelessness, school-aged youth programs, coordination of a trauma first responders team, and family and adult care focused on grief and loss and pandemic-related emotional impacts. Her experience covers trauma, anxiety, parenting challenges, ADHD, autism, racism, varying levels of depression, grief and loss, and the emotional and psychological aftermath of large-scale events.

She brings a friendly, professional presence to each session and emphasizes honesty and focused attention. Ethel aims to create an environment where respect and fairness are fundamental, and she approaches every person without judgment. She communicates directly, so sometimes clients will hear exactly what they need to consider even if it is not what they expected to hear.

Drawing on her professional training as an LCSW and on personal life experience, she helps clients examine and restructure thought patterns that contribute to stress or difficulty. Her approach supports gradual shifts toward healthier routines of thought and behavior, with the goal of improving day-to-day functioning and well-being. Ethel welcomes those ready to begin the work and invites prospective clients to start a conversation about their goals and challenges.

Approaches to Healing and How Online Therapy Fits

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client's perspectives and strengths. In this approach the therapist provides empathy, active listening, and support so clients can explore their feelings and make choices that align with their values. It is often chosen for relationship strains, self-esteem work, and life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) concentrates on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT offers practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses the effects of overwhelming events and experiences. It helps people process traumatic memories and reduce their impact on current life, and is commonly used for trauma, abuse, and first responder stress.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Ethel works with each person to determine which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and may blend elements from different approaches as appropriate.

Online sessions provide flexible access to care through video calls, phone appointments, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule around work, family, or geographic constraints and allow licensed professionals to support clients across different locations, including international clients.