I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and currently hold licenses in the following states: Idaho, California, Arizona, Utah, and Maine. I’ve provided services to individuals, couples, and families, for more than 16 years, working with various populations, including inpatient and outpatient settings, providing assessments, therapy, and support. I genuinely care about the individuals I work with and appreciate the opportunity to help with life challenges. I tend to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused therapy, Art therapy, and Motivational Interviewing techniques in sessions. Some of the areas I can help with are, crisis situations, grief and loss, depression, anxiety, attachment issues, traumatic events, relationships, and communication skills.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, First Responder Issues, Forgiveness, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Paranoia, Personality Disorders, Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Sexual Dysfunction, Sexuality, Traumatic Brain Injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
UT LCSW 13019148-3501
ME LCSW LC21763
CA LCSW 114279
ID LCSW LCSW-30195
AZ LCSW LCSW-21109
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Elizabeth "Liz" McDowell. 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.
I was nervous and extremely hesitant to start therapy as I felt like the person that I spoke to would dismiss my concerns and needs. Liz is like that supportive friend that listens, remembers, asks and suggests more than one way of tackling a situation. In addition, Liz shares stories in her life that parallel mine so that I may understand that she knows how I feel and brings us closer together. She has wisdom and knowledge, caring and compassion. When I start getting into my old patterns, I truly can remember the conversation that Liz and I had about what to do if …situation came up and I can change my course of action and make a wiser and healthier choice for me. She is a blessing in my life.
Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, and adhd
My therapist understands everything I'm going through and gives me good advice
Written on Feb 12, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, anger management, and coping with life changes
Liz is wonderful. She’s very personable, she meets you where you are, and creates an open , nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being and expressing yourself. Liz is present, fun, and obviously cares very much.
Written on Feb 10, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and adhd
I like how Liz gives you her full attention and listen to your concerns. She provides her expertise advise as well as her emotional support. I don’t feel judged for my actions. She allows me to open up and be vulnerable. Liz makes me feel respected and cared for.
Written on Feb 06, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
I’ve been working with Liz for a few months now and she’s amazing. I’ve done therapy previously and never continued after a few sessions because I felt like I could never find a therapist I connected with. Liz truly makes me feel heard and understood. It’s really nice to have someone who listens and validates my feelings. I look forward to our sessions every week!
Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Liz has been very responsive and helpful in helping me get to the root of my anxiety.
Written on Nov 20, 2023 after therapy with Elizabeth "Liz" for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue