- Codependency support
- Trauma informed
- Practical strategies
About Linda
Linda Oberle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who brings a practical, down-to-earth approach to therapy. She draws on six years of clinical experience and a long history in child welfare to address stress, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship concerns. Linda focuses on helping people find concrete steps forward rather than getting stuck on problems.
She uses methods like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered Therapy to tailor care to each person. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and mindfulness practices are also part of her toolbox when trauma or painful memories are involved. Sessions center on clear goals and steady progress toward them.
Linda listens without judgment and works interactively with clients. She emphasizes practical problem solving and supports people as they try new behaviors. Treatment plans are shaped around the client's priorities and everyday life demands.
Her background in child welfare means she has significant experience with substance abuse, parenting challenges, domestic violence, and trauma related to abuse. She also helps people facing codependency, adoption and foster care issues, shame, and workplace stress.
Linda practices in Texas and conducts sessions in English. She aims to empower clients to advocate for their needs and to build routines that support recovery and healthier relationships.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts without letting them control actions. It focuses on values and small steps that move someone toward the life they want, useful for anxiety, codependency, and life changes.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It uses straightforward exercises to change unhelpful thinking and to build new habits that reduce symptoms like depression and stress.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured way to work through traumatic memories. When appropriate, it can reduce the emotional charge of those memories and help people feel steadier day to day.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and how symptoms show up in daily life. Together they pick methods and adjust them over time so sessions fit actual needs.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking because formats were not listed in the original biography. Many people find remote therapy helpful for fitting treatment into busy schedules, keeping appointments on weekdays or evenings, and avoiding travel time. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when needed and the ability to choose session times that match work or caregiving responsibilities.
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Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Michigan, Texas, Florida, Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting and stress. Other areas include anxiety, grief, relationship strain, self esteem, and depression.
What is the general style of therapy offered?
The approach is interactive and nonjudgmental. Sessions focus on practical steps, goal setting, and problem solving driven by the client's needs.
What relevant background does the therapist have?
She has six years of clinical experience and extensive work in child welfare dating back to 2000, with experience in substance abuse, crisis intervention, and trauma.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
The clinician holds LCSW and LMSW credentials and practices in Texas.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
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