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Ellen Thornton-Love, LCSW

Oregon LCSW guiding compassionate change
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss
  • Parenting support

About Ellen Thornton-Love

Ellen Thornton-Love is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on supporting people who are coping with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and parenting challenges. Ellen approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, shaping conversations and treatment plans around the individual needs and goals of those she works with.

Her practice emphasizes collaboration - she listens for what matters most to each person and adapts methods to fit their situation rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach. Ellen recognizes that reaching out for support takes courage, and she aims to provide steady guidance and practical tools to help clients move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Throughout her career she has remained committed to tailoring care to the unique circumstances of each client, helping people build resilience, improve coping strategies, and find clearer paths forward during difficult transitions and ongoing stressors.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsImpulsivityMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Ellen Thornton-Love have?

Ellen Thornton-Love has 20 years of professional experience.

Is Ellen Thornton-Love a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: OR LCSW L6833.

In which languages does Ellen Thornton-Love provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Ellen Thornton-Love located?

She is located in Oregon.

How can I work with Ellen Thornton-Love as my therapist?

You can work with Ellen Thornton-Love through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Ellen Thornton-Love work with international clients?

Ellen Thornton-Love does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Ellen Thornton-Love 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.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Ellen Thornton-Love uses therapeutic methods that adapt well to remote sessions and practical skill-building. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people identify their values and take committed steps toward them while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and ongoing life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist reflects and supports the client's own insights and strengths - this approach can help when someone needs empathy and clarity around personal challenges. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors through structured exercises and problem-solving, which can be effective for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with stressful situations.

Choosing the best approach is part of the therapeutic process and typically happens collaboratively. Ellen works with clients to consider their goals, preferences, and responses to different strategies so the plan evolves as needed with input from the client and guidance from licensed professionals and therapists.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care during life changes, and use the communication style that feels most comfortable for each person.

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