Courtney Szabo, LISW
About me
You are courageous for seeking counseling, and I'm excited to join you on this part of your journey. Change is difficult, even when it is for the better. As we work together and the change process begins you will recognize you are better equipped to successfully manage your emotions, thoughts and behaviors.
I enjoy working with people in their natural environments because I have found when you are comfortable and safe, you will make the most progress. I work with people with a variety of needs: survivors of trauma and abuse, depression, anxiety, parenting needs and coping with life changes (relationship stress, career changes, relocation, parenting) are just a few.
My communication style is direct, caring and supportive. In all cases, the focus of therapy is you.
I use integrative therapy techniques combined from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, education and Psychoanalysis, depending on your needs and therapy goals. This combination of approaches ensures that I provide you with the tools you need to make the changes in your life you are working on. My approach to therapy is client-centered, because you are the master of your experience. I believe each individual has their own individual needs.
You are courageous for reaching out and I will always make sure to do my best to meet your needs.
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Intimacy-related issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
OH LISW I.1901862
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Courtney Szabo. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Courtney is great. She helps me a lot
Written on Nov 21, 2023 after therapy with Courtney for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is amazing. Really listens and helps I don’t know where I would be without her !
Written on Sep 22, 2022 after therapy with Courtney for 2 years and 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, self esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Courtney is supportive and honest. Talking to her is like talking to a friend - if that friend also had all the trauma healing and psychological knowledge necessary to assist you in overcoming emotional obstacles. She's great at reminding me of my goals without putting pressure on me. And she has a knack for bringing out the positive things in me and in my life. I'm extremely grateful that I found her :)
Written on May 29, 2021 after therapy with Courtney for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Courtney has been an integral part of my healing process. She is nonjudgemental and challenges me to reach my goals and make positive changes in my life. Talking to Courtney is like talking to a friend- she really cares about what you have to say adn always has your best interest at heart.
Written on Dec 05, 2020 after therapy with Courtney for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Courtney is very friendly and helps me really figure out how to deal with things. Great counselor!
Written on Aug 28, 2020 after therapy with Courtney for 7 months
Courtney responds quickly and in just a couple weeks has helped me find tools and guidance I need to start to heal.
Written on Jun 23, 2020 after therapy with Courtney for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes