Bethany Alabi

Compassionate LCSW blending practical strategies and empathy

LCSW Florida

Experience: 11 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Bethany

Bethany Alabi is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 11 years of experience offering compassionate, client-centered care. She creates a nonjudgmental space where people can explore stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, self-esteem, parenting challenges, career transitions, and other life changes.

Background and approach

Bethany’s work honors each person’s unique story while focusing on practical strategies to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning. Her background includes roles in residential substance use treatment, nonprofit community outreach, correctional settings, independent practice, and community behavioral health.

These varied experiences inform an eclectic clinical style, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral tools alongside EMDR, motivational interviewing, DBT, and other methods. Clients are invited to give candid feedback so treatment can be adjusted to fit their goals and preferences.

Bethany aims to stand alongside people as they navigate difficult moments and pursue healing and growth.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Many clients find Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helpful for identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; CBT focuses on concrete skills to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to address patterns that contribute to relationship and work difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values and develop mindfulness-based strategies to move toward meaningful goals even when difficult feelings remain present. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness that can be especially useful for managing intense emotions and improving communication.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and she works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Feedback is encouraged so techniques can be adjusted over time and treatment stays focused on what is most helpful for the individual.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to attend sessions around work, family, and other commitments while maintaining momentum in care. The different formats also allow for tailoring sessions to what feels most comfortable and practical for each person.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Bethany often address?

She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy-related difficulties, grief, self-esteem, parenting, career challenges, and coping with life changes.

What is her general therapeutic style?

The approach is collaborative and eclectic, emphasizing cognitive behavioral techniques while incorporating EMDR, motivational interviewing, and DBT as appropriate to the client's needs.

How many years has she practiced clinically?

She has 11 years of professional experience across residential treatment, nonprofit outreach, correctional settings, independent practice, and community behavioral health.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licenses FL LCSW SW14893 and NV LCSW 8612-C and is based in Florida.

Does she offer services in languages other than English?

Sessions are provided in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available with her?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks PhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Florida, Nevada

Languages

English