- Family of origin issues
- CBT and ACT methods
- Grief and trauma
About Felicia
Felicia Bates is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 24 years of experience practicing in the United States. She works with adults on family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, anxiety, stress, relationship issues, parenting challenges, and mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder.
She focuses on concrete conversations about what keeps people stuck. Sessions look at patterns that started in childhood and in family life. Felicia talks through how those patterns show up now - in relationships, work, and parenting. The goal is clearer choices and more effective day-to-day coping skills.
Her approach mixes practical therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy with client-centered listening. Mindfulness and dialectical behavior therapy skills are used to manage strong emotions and build tolerance for distress. She also draws on motivational interviewing when people feel stuck or ambivalent about change.
Felicia has worked across a range of settings over two decades. That experience informs short-term problem-focused work and longer-term exploration of family of origin issues. She pays attention to real-life barriers to change and supports planning around them.
Sessions are straightforward and conversational. She aims to help people notice repeated family patterns, name what they would like to do differently, and practice small steps that fit their daily life. Prospective clients are advised to confirm current session options before booking.
Felicia practices in Indiana and provides services in English. Her listed credentials are ME LCSW and NJ LCSW in addition to the Indiana LCSW credential noted above.
Therapeutic approaches used for online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action despite difficult thoughts or feelings. It is useful when family patterns or avoidance get in the way of living the life someone wants.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns tied to early family roles and practicing concrete behavioral changes that improve daily functioning.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills can help when family-related conflict or stress leads to intense reactions and communication breakdowns.
Finding the right approach is usually collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, test different techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Decisions about methods are made together, taking into account the client's needs and preferences.
Session format options are not listed in the profile, so please confirm which formats are available before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use video or phone in ways that accommodate quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or a quick midday session, depending on what is offered.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Indiana, Maine, New Jersey
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with adults on family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, anxiety, stress, relationship problems, parenting challenges, bipolar and depression, and related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
She combines client-centered conversation with practical skills from CBT, ACT, DBT, and mindfulness. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small steps clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She brings 24 years of professional experience working in a range of care settings and with diverse concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She practices in Indiana and holds the credentials ME LCSW and NJ LCSW as well as the Indiana LCSW noted in her profile.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and what formats are offered?
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the profile does not specify which formats are used. The site booking flow will show the options available.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Check the booking details for exact pricing information.
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