Linda McNellis is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of experience offering steady support for people feeling overwhelmed by life. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy concerns, and self esteem struggles. Her manner is calm and direct, focused on helping people find practical ways to cope and move forward.
She blends several approaches to meet each person where they are. Linda uses tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and from acceptance and commitment therapy to clarify values and build committed action. She also draws on attachment-based and client-centered ideas to strengthen relationships and improve how people relate to themselves.
Clients can expect sessions that emphasize clear skills, steady listening, and collaborative planning. Linda pays attention to everyday problems such as sleep disruption, caregiver stress, career strain, and chronic illness that affect emotional health. Conversations are geared toward small, achievable steps that fit into busy lives.
Her background includes long experience helping people adjust to major life changes, manage anger and compassion fatigue, and cope with complex medical or family situations. She aims to help people feel more grounded and capable over time.
Linda works from a practical, person-focused stance that balances skill-building with attention to emotional experience. She supports people as they try new behaviors, test different ideas, and build routines that sustain their growth.
How therapy approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts or feelings. It can help when anxiety, depression, or low self esteem make everyday choices feel heavy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and teaches concrete techniques to change unhelpful habits and improve mood, sleep, and coping with stress. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early and current relationships shape emotional responses and can be useful for improving intimacy, communication, and trust.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Linda will talk with each person about goals and preferences and together decide which methods to try. She aims to adjust pacing and tools so therapy fits the client rather than forcing a single method.
Please confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when that matches your needs. It can also let people use video or phone in ways that suit their bandwidth, comfort with being on camera, and daily routines. Talk with Linda during the matching process about what will work best for you.
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Jungian TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems
Experience
26+ years
Credentials
Oregon
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Linda address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, self esteem, career strain, ADHD, caregiver stress, and related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Sessions balance practical skill teaching with empathic listening. She works collaboratively to set goals and use tools that fit daily life.
What is her professional background?
Linda has 26 years of clinical experience supporting people through life transitions, chronic health challenges, and complex emotional issues.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Oregon.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the country work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start working with her?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
