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Angela Whitlock, LCSW, LICSW

Angela Whitlock - Licensed clinical social worker
  • Compassionate evidence-informed care
  • LGBTQ and military experience
  • Client-centered treatment

About Angela Whitlock

Angela Whitlock is a licensed independent clinical social worker based in Alabama with 11 years of experience supporting young adults, military families, and members of the LGBTQ community. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Alabama A&M University and carries the clinical credentials LCSW and LICSW, which indicate her qualifications to provide clinical social work services at an advanced level.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, stress and anger, self-esteem and body image, intimacy and attachment issues, and career or caregiver-related strain. She also works with issues such as codependency, communication and control problems, domestic violence, and compassion fatigue, tailoring interventions to each person’s unique history and goals.

Angela’s counseling style is warm, interactive, holistic, and supportive. She emphasizes a client-directed pace and collaborative planning, combining client-centered listening with cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to help clients explore patterns, build coping skills, and set meaningful goals. She honors the courage it takes to seek help and aims to create a respectful, non-judgmental space where people can work toward greater well-being.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Angela Whitlock have?

Angela Whitlock has 11 years of experience.

Is Angela Whitlock a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and LICSW and is licensed to practice clinical social work. License details are AR LCSW 27427-C and AL LICSW 4675C.

In which languages does Angela Whitlock provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Angela Whitlock located?

Angela Whitlock is located in Alabama.

How can I work with Angela Whitlock as my therapist?

You can work with Angela Whitlock through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Angela Whitlock work with international clients?

Angela Whitlock does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Angela Whitlock cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Angela Whitlock

Angela uses client-centered therapy to place the client’s perspective at the center of the work, offering empathetic listening and support so individuals can set the pace and focus for change; this approach is helpful for building self-awareness, exploring values, and strengthening relationships. She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify and reframe unhelpful thinking patterns and to develop practical coping strategies for issues like anxiety, depression, and stress. Attachment-based therapy informs her work with relational and intimacy-related concerns by exploring early patterns of connection and how they shape current relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Angela collaborates with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they adapt techniques over time so the treatment plan remains relevant and effective.

Online therapy with Angela can take place through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for people balancing work, family, or caregiving responsibilities. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, fit sessions into a busy schedule, and access support from home or other convenient locations.

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