- Obsessive compulsive issues
- Mood and personality concerns
- Skill building and coping
About Esther
Esther Friedman is an LISW and an LCSW with seven years of clinical experience based in Arizona. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. Esther also addresses related concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, codependency, communication and control problems, and challenges after divorce or separation.
Her approach mixes practical tools with understanding. She uses techniques from evidence-based therapeutic methods so people learn skills they can use day to day. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, reducing distressing symptoms, and building coping strategies that fit the client’s life.
Esther commonly addresses obsessive compulsive symptoms including intrusive thoughts and compulsions, and the anxiety that comes with feeling stuck in one’s mind. She also supports people dealing with substance use, mood and personality-related difficulties, dissociation, and caregiver stress.
Therapy is collaborative and straightforward. Esther clarifies what is maintaining a problem, teaches strategies to manage difficult moments, and practices them together in session. Sessions aim to be practical and paced according to the client’s comfort.
She works in English and does not accept international clients. Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling options to make sure they fit their needs.
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Esther draws from several evidence-based techniques and adapts them into clear, practical steps. Cognitive behavioral approaches focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; they are useful for anxiety, depression, and obsessive compulsive symptoms. Motivational Interviewing and Harm Reduction help people with substance use by clarifying goals, increasing motivation, and reducing risky behaviors without demanding immediate abstinence.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Esther will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and daily routine. She adjusts pace and strategies based on how a person responds, and reviews progress as treatment continues.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available online options before booking. Practical benefits of remote sessions include easier scheduling around work or caregiving, the ability to choose shorter check-ins when needed, and fewer travel demands. Licensed professionals can use these formats to focus on skill practice, exposure exercises, or motivational conversations while helping clients fit therapy into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Arizona, Ohio
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
Which concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment issues, codependency, communication problems, and symptoms related to obsessive compulsive presentations.
What is her therapeutic style?
She describes her style as direct and collaborative, using practical tools and skills. Sessions aim to identify patterns, teach coping strategies, and practice them together.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working with adults on a range of mood, anxiety, addictive, and trauma-related concerns. That experience includes work with obsessive compulsive symptoms and substance use.
What credentials and location information are on file?
She holds LISW and LCSW credentials and practices from Arizona. The profile lists OH LISW and AZ LCSW as credential details.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options with the platform before booking to understand how sessions will be conducted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen subscription details.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to initial scheduling and next steps.
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