Services offered
Video
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Derrell Tidwell, LCSW, LICSW
Stress, Anxiety
LGBTQ+
Relationships
Family conflicts
Depression
Video
Messaging
About me
I am licensed mental health practitioner in California and Washington with over 40 years of professional work experience. I'm experienced in helping clients with stress, anxiety, depression, LGBTQ+ related issues, relationship issues, & family conflicts especially for people of color. I strongly believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming your challenges. My goal is to provide you clarity and assist you in utilizing your "natural toolbox" toward successfully addressing your challenges.
I work Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturday mornings from 9 AM - 1 PM. If you anticipate my work days/hours don't match your general availability, I encourage you to initiate a "request for therapist change" process by clicking the icon in the upper right corner of your account page and using the pull down menu.
Taking the first step to sign up for assistance takes courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
40yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety
LGBTQ+
Relationships
Family conflicts
Depression
Additional areas of focus: Abandonment, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Self-love, Sexuality, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
CA LCSW 9609
WA LICSW LW 61520535
Reviews
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Derrell is personable, accessible, kind, straightforward, knowledgeable, and trustworthy—a killer combination for a therapist. From the get-go, he showed me he had my best interest in mind during our interactions by equally supporting and challenging me to move through difficult times. His ability to always wrap up our session with a pearl of wisdom and remind me of my inner strength is super!
Written on Oct 08, 2024 after therapy with Derrell for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Derrell is an excellent therapist who is incredibly responsive and attentive both during the sessions and through messaging. Even though we are from different generations, I love that he will try to learn about cultural and societal differences without judgment. He also isn't afraid to be honest when needed and is the best therapist I have had :)
Written on Apr 17, 2024 after therapy with Derrell for 2 months on issues concerning coaching, and adhd
Derrell was great to work with so far !!! I have high confidence in Derrell’s work with his clients !
Written on Mar 16, 2024 after therapy with Derrell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd