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Bethany Eakle, LCSW

  • Experience17 years
  • LocationTexas
  • Focus areasStress and Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, and Self esteem
  • Therapy approachesInternal Family Systems and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Bethany

Bethany Eakle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas who brings 17 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship concerns, and a wide range of life transitions.

Background and approach

She approaches therapy with respect for each person's strengths and a focus on practical tools, listening carefully to what is most important to the client and tailoring support to fit their goals. Bethany emphasizes collaboration and will work with clients to define achievable outcomes while also offering steady emotional support when that is needed.

Her background in social work informs an adaptable, client-centered style that draws on evidence-based methods such as Internal Family Systems, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior techniques, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused work.

This eclectic mix allows her to combine skills-based interventions with a strengths-based, mindful stance so clients can build coping skills, process difficult experiences, and identify resources they already possess. Bethany aims to create an environment where people can explore thoughts and feelings that cause distress and begin moving toward meaningful change.

Integrating therapeutic approaches in online care

Bethany frequently combines Internal Family Systems and cognitive behavioral techniques when working with clients online. Internal Family Systems involves noticing and dialoguing with different parts of oneself to reduce internal conflict and heal from trauma; it can be helpful for people who want to understand emotional patterns and transform internal dynamics. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical skills to change them, which often suits concerns like anxiety, depression, and stress.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, adjusting methods as progress is made and needs shift.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow clients to fit therapy into busy schedules, access care from different locations including international settings, and continue work between sessions with brief check-ins or messaging when needed.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Bethany help with?
She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and parenting challenges, anger, career matters, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her style is client-centered and strengths-based, often using solution-focused work alongside evidence-informed practices such as Internal Family Systems, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to help clients develop coping skills and clarity.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 17 years of experience as a social worker and clinician, drawing on that background to offer both skill-building interventions and supportive listening.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in Texas with license number TX LCSW 50981.
Can non-U.S. clients work with her?
Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
Which session formats are offered?
Sessions are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and schedules.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

17+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English