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Chelsea Ostop, LISW-CP

LISW-CP guiding clients through life transitions
  • Anxiety and stress
  • Family and relationships
  • Trauma and grief

About Chelsea Ostop

Chelsea Ostop is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who places strong emphasis on developing steady, trusting relationships as the foundation for therapeutic work. She holds the LISW-CP credential, a clinical social work license that authorizes independent clinical practice, and aims to create a reliable environment where clients can explore concerns and pursue personal growth.

Chelsea has experience supporting people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, domestic abuse, and life transitions, and she brings a long history of work with the intellectually disabled community. That background informs her practice and enriches her ability to tailor interventions to each person’s needs.

Her clinical toolkit most often includes cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to help clients identify patterns, build coping skills, and find motivation for change. She is also certified in Nurturing Parenting and Trauma-Focused CBT, which guide her work with families and trauma-related issues. Chelsea’s style is compassionate and empowering, and she partners with clients to define and reach meaningful goals.

She welcomes conversations about stress, relationships, parenting, ADHD, grief, identity, and other life changes, and invites those considering therapy to reach out to learn how she may assist on their journey.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderDepression

Additional Focus Areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageDomestic violenceIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessSelf-loveYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Chelsea Ostop have?

Chelsea Ostop has 6 years of experience.

Is Chelsea Ostop a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LISW-CP credential. License details are SC LISW-CP 14503. LISW-CP indicates a licensed clinical social worker qualified to provide independent clinical services.

In which languages does Chelsea Ostop provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Chelsea Ostop located?

She is located in South Carolina.

How can I work with Chelsea Ostop as my therapist?

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

Does Chelsea Ostop work with international clients?

Chelsea Ostop does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Chelsea Ostop 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 Support

Chelsea commonly draws from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing, and she integrates a client-centered spirit into her work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps clients identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and learn practical strategies to manage symptoms like anxiety or depression. Motivational interviewing focuses on building a person’s own reasons for change and is useful when someone feels stuck or uncertain about next steps. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to set the pace and priorities for their work together.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Chelsea works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as progress is made or priorities shift, keeping the client’s voice central to treatment planning.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care despite busy schedules or geographic distance. These formats offer flexibility in how and when sessions take place, support continuity between appointments, and allow therapists and clients to focus on practical strategies and real-life challenges in ways that suit each individual.

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