Ellen Neal, L,C.S.W.

I'm Ellen. For one reason or another, you’ve made your way here. Whatever the reason is, I want you to know this — your thoughts and feelings are safe with me. Maybe you don’t have specific goals defined today. Maybe you aren’t sure where to start. That’s ok. What you do know is that you want to feel better. Consider creating a safe space for your journey today. You may be surprised at where you can go. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the following certifications: Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified Grief Counseling Specialist, and Certified Clinical Telemental Health Professional.

"Sometimes just the telling of the story is enough to help alleviate anxiety, depression, and trauma; similar to a soldier coming off a battlefield and de-briefing. Other times the telling of the story is not enough. More may be needed. I have specialized training in Sensorimotor psychotherapy. That is the theory that anxiety, depression, and trauma not only manifests in our thoughts, but in our physical body as well. The body feels the thoughts. The body remembers the trauma. It is in developing the awareness, in the moment, of how the thoughts impact the physical body that healing begins. Recognizing how the mind/body connection works is crucial. That's where I come in. I will work with you to develop that awareness and teach techniques that lower the physical level of stress and anxiety. It's then that the mind can better focus on the tasks ahead and make the changes you desire. Or just enjoy some peace and serenity in the moment."