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Ethel Dickerson, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Ethel is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Ethel. View 93 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

Recent reviews

This is my first time utilizing the services that BetterHelp has to offer. I wasn’t sure if their selection process would match me with a someone that was best suited for me however, after meeting Ethel the first time, I realized that BetterHelp had selected the perfect individual that I needed. She is kind, considerate, and professional , all while still providing honest and realistic guidance. She really has helped me have a better outlook, both internally and externally. 10/10 I would recommend Ethel!

Reviewed November 2024

Ethel has been amazing and truly listens to my concerns and offers helpful advice. I look forward to our conversations and her insights.

Reviewed November 2024

More about Ethel

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Connecticut with over 20 yrs. experience in areas that include trauma, anxiety, parenting challenges, ADHD, autism, racism, varying levels of depression, grief and loss and emotional/psychological impacts of the pandemic. Specifically, some of my work experiences have been in an outpatient clinic, working with homeless, all school aged children, coordinating a trauma first responders' team, adults and family situations that including grief and loss related challenges. I interact naturally with a friendly and professional style. Honesty and giving my undivided attention in each session is part of who I am as a therapist. Expect that sometimes and sometimes not you may hear what you want to hear in our session. I believe everyone deserves an abundance of respect and not to be judged or treated unfairly. Anyone that wants help, takes the time to seek out help deserves a compassionate, sincere and professionally motivated response. This is something I can do. Utilizing my professional training and experiences couples with my life experiences we can get to the other side with positive outcomes.

I have a natural thinking process that's aligned and targets restructuring thought processes that are harmful. I believe people who desire can little by little adjust the thought patterns that are creating the most challenges in their lives to more positive routines of thought. It's essential to take the necessary journey aimed at improving the quality of your life. Take pride in reaching out the right way for support. Share this portion of your journey with me. I offer the best of my personal life and professional experiences to guide us to the other side or to the healthier thought processing.

Let's start the conversation and move toward improving whatever thought processes that may be getting in your way or holding you back from where or who you want to be.

I'm excited to meet you and look forward to our future conversations.

Good job for taking the step to a healthier you!

In the meantime, take care and stay safe.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Depression Family conflicts Anger management Self esteem Coping with life changes Antisocial personality Blended family issues Codependency Communication problems Control issues Coping with natural or human-caused disaster Dependent personality Divorce and separation Domestic violence Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues First responder issues Forgiveness Gender dysphoria Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Men's issues Midlife crisis Multicultural concerns Narcissism Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Prejudice and discrimination Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Ethel Dickerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649925090.

  • LCSW · Connecticut · 005954 · Expires December 2024

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Ethel Dickerson

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

93 reviews

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This is my first time utilizing the services that BetterHelp has to offer. I wasn’t sure if their selection process would match me with a someone that was best suited for me however, after meeting Ethel the first time, I realized that BetterHelp had selected the perfect individual that I needed. She is kind, considerate, and professional , all while still providing honest and realistic guidance. She really has helped me have a better outlook, both internally and externally. 10/10 I would recommend Ethel!

Reviewed November 2024

Ethel has been amazing and truly listens to my concerns and offers helpful advice. I look forward to our conversations and her insights.

Reviewed November 2024

She had help me so much and I learned so much

Reviewed November 2024

Ethel is a kind, respectful, understanding, and all around a great therapist for those who need a soft push in the right direction. Her wisdom and experience shine through with each session and offers wonderful advice and suggestions. I highly recommend Ethel for those who seek a more gentle approach in therapy.

Reviewed November 2024

Ethel has been a support to me for an over a year now and I truly appreciate her help so much. She allows me to feel what I feel, while also reassuring me & giving helpful advice and strategies.

Reviewed September 2024

Ethel is very easy to talk to and makes useful suggestions related to my situation.

Reviewed August 2024

Ethel’s therapy style is open and inquisitive. I find her to have the right balance of tactics to talk. I always feel valued and listened to when talking to her.

Reviewed August 2024

She always makes sire that I am addressing the issues that we have discussed. Follows through weekly and checks in on me in between sessions. She is very helpful.

Reviewed August 2024

Ethel is a kind, caring and compassionate therapist who deeply listens and responds with thoughtful advice. She is non-judgemental and creates a safe space to talk about any topic.

Reviewed August 2024

A consummately human and compassionate professional.

Reviewed August 2024

Ethel is an extremely kind, caring, and supportive individual. Anyone would be blessed to have her as a therapist.

Reviewed August 2024

Miss Dickerson is a compassionate, empathetic & understanding person & Therapist! She has a Peaceful subtle assertiveness that is just right. I feel safe and comfortable in her care and I appreciate her deeply!

Reviewed July 2024

Nothing but positive things to say about Ethel! Only having spoken over the phone I can tell what a bright spirit she has. I appreciate her insights and she is proactive about checking in and making sure you are doing well.

Reviewed June 2024

Ethel has been such a joy to work with! I truly feel supported by her and I appreciate her care and perspective as I navigate through life's joys and challenges. As someone who has tried therapy for the first time I am glad she was my first experience!

Reviewed June 2024

She is delightful to work with! She listens well and gives good advice to work on yourself , to prepare for the next visit.

Reviewed June 2024

From the beginning, Miss Ethel hit the mark for everything that I needed in a therapist. She helped me understand myself better. She gave me the tool to get through some of the situations that I’ve been going through.

Reviewed May 2024

She's wonderful and understanding and a great therapist. I always feel like she's empathetic to my needs.

Reviewed May 2024

I worked with Ethel before and am hoping to work with her again soon

Reviewed April 2024

Love Ethel and her spirit! Such a kind soul to talk to!!

Reviewed April 2024

Love my therapist and the groups learning so much this is a great investment into me

Reviewed April 2024

She tries to talk with me and is helpful and it helps me feel better about myself which isn't easy often.

Reviewed March 2024

Ethel is kind, understanding, offers great techniques and worksheets to keep you on track & grounded. I appreciate her so very much! Highly recommend!

Reviewed February 2024

Very supportive and considerate.

Reviewed January 2024

Ethel is a very kind and compassionate listener. I just started counseling with her and so far I've enjoyed talking to her during my sessions.

Reviewed November 2023

Thank you Ethel, God's blessings be with you.

Reviewed April 2022

She is a happy contagious person

Reviewed April 2022

Ms Ethel Dickerson offers a lot of insight quickly and is on point in leading the therapy session. I recommend her to anyone seeking assistance!

Reviewed March 2022

Ethel is a wonderful therapist! She’s incredibly kind and understanding. She also helps to give you a different perspective on your situation. I am very grateful to have been connected with Ethel, and I feel truly understood and seen when I speak to her. I think many people will benefit from having her as a therapist.

Reviewed January 2024

I recommended my therapist this past week! When we worked directly, she was a great source of support. Ethel provided me with resources and ways to reflect on what was critical to get through the "crummies." Thanks, Ethel, for continuing to follow up with a weekly hello! It is most appreciated.

Reviewed November 2023

Wonderful, compassionate, and understanding. The sessions have been a tremendous help.

Reviewed November 2023

Ethel is understanding and knows what is best for me. She cares, offers advice and personal connections, is always positive and helpful! Thank you for all you do, Ethel!

Reviewed November 2023

Wonderful, kind, and understanding. She tries to offer helpful tips and different perspectives on my situation and I appreciate my therapy with her.

Reviewed November 2023

Ethel is very attentive and has a keen sense of understanding. She often helps me see things from different perspectives. My world can be chaotic at times, and she helps me bring calm. Definitely agree Counselor to have!

Reviewed September 2023

Over the course of this past year, where I truly did not know if I would make it to the end of my week. Ethel not only helped me get myself out of an incredibly awful time but managed to give me the tools I needed to get myself out. I have become a much stronger person while being more true to myself. I would not be where I am today if it weren’t for her. Whether it be her warm demeanor or inviting presence, it allowed me to open up - which is not something that is easy for me to do. She is an amazing person and we need more like her in this world.

Reviewed September 2023

She is great! and listens very well to my issues and provides great advice and viewpoints to help understand and approach my issues differently.

Reviewed August 2023

Ethel gives sound and supportive advice. Her personality and clinical background make her a wonderful therapist and I’m so grateful for her in my corner.

Reviewed July 2023

I have actually already recommended better help and Ethel to friends looking for therapists. Even in this short time I feel a connection to someone who understands me, she listens and shares her own experience with me which makes me feel understood.

Reviewed July 2023

I can’t put into words how wonderful Ethel is…

Reviewed June 2023

Ethel is so kind, listens as I go on and on, is complimentary and understanding. She offers techniques that make sense not only in general, but that are specific to me. I love talking with her and appreciate her so so so very much! Thank you for all you do to support me, Ethel!!!

Reviewed June 2023

Ethel is a great listener and always brings an upbeat attitude to every session! She is encouraging and motivating. I never feel judged when I tell her something personal or deep. She always responds to my messages and makes sure I bring up what I want to talk about.

Reviewed May 2023

Ethel is incredible. She genuinely cares about the people she works with, and it shows in the work she does. I always leave my conversation with Ethel feeling like I got to talk about everything I wanted to discuss, and with some new take away that is helpful. If everyone had someone like Ethel in their lives, the world would be a better place.

Reviewed May 2023

Ethel is extremely knowledgeable. She is kind and an excellent listener. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is in need to to talk with someone.

Reviewed April 2023

Ethel is wonderful and honest. I feel like she has taken the time to get to know me and the issues with which I'm seeking help. Great listener, compassionate, but she'll also give you her objective opinion, which I greatly appreciate!

Reviewed April 2023

I really appreciate how Ethel sends me messages a couple of times during the week just to check up and see how I’m doing. I always enjoy our sessions and she never fails to help me with anything I’m going through.

Reviewed April 2023

Ethel is by the far the best listener and understanding therapist I’ve had! I enjoy all of our sessions. No matter how I feel going into the session, I always feel better after. Would recommended her 1000 times over.

Reviewed April 2023

All I can say is that she’s great and really cares.

Reviewed April 2023

despite me only knowing Ethel for such a short period of time, I have been able to connect with her in ways that I have not been able to do with people, I’ve known my entire life. Her warm and sweet demeanor allows me to open up and talk with her, I recommend her to anyone.

Reviewed February 2023

Ethel has worked through many issues that I've had. Especially how to help my sister who lost her son last year.

Reviewed January 2023

I’ve already recommended my therapist and BetterHelp to someone that is in a position to help people.

Reviewed January 2023

She is great and gives me great advice and guidance

Reviewed January 2023

Ethel was wonderful to talk to, very possitive, affirming and empathetic. Would certainly recommend her services.

Reviewed January 2023

Ethel is wonderful to talk with

Reviewed December 2022

Really have a nice time talking to Ethel. She listens and talks out any issues I may have. She very supportive and caring.

Reviewed December 2022

Ethel is a wonderful listener and caring person. She quickly understood my needs. I feel very comfortable speaking w/ her. She has been so very helpful to me.

Reviewed December 2022

Ethel is such an amazing therapist and human being in general. She helped me work through a low point in my life, gave me tools to cope and make it to the other side as a more assertive person (still learning, but getting better) in control of my own happiness. She actually listens and truly provided me the tools to help work towards becoming the best version of myself as possible.

Reviewed November 2022

Very helpful and understands my needs. Easy to talk to.

Reviewed November 2022

Very good listener and empathetic

Reviewed November 2022

Very kind and understanding.

Reviewed November 2022

I have asked for a Christian therapist and need to confirm

Reviewed September 2022

Ethel is a wonderful therapist who has helped me with my issues immensely

Reviewed September 2022

Ethel is a wonderful therapist. She is kind, supportive, and helps you to think about things in a different way. She helps you get some perspective on your situation. I have enjoyed my experience with her and would absolutely recommend her to others.

Reviewed September 2022

Right from the start, she is extremely easy to talk to and relatable. You can tell she really cares.

Reviewed September 2022

She is fantastic!

Reviewed September 2022

Ever since our first meeting, Ethel has done an amazing job of not only validating my feelings but giving me feedback and opinions I had not yet seen before. She truly is such a compassionate and caring person. Anyone who is going trough anything in there life, I just know Ethel can help them through it. Her calm and sweet spirit allows her to mellow me out and talk about the problem at hand and not just my reaction to it.

Reviewed September 2022

Ethel is great! I feel like I’m taking to someone that knows me for a very long time. She is interested in my growth and I talks to me like someone that actually cares about my well-being.

Reviewed August 2022

Thank you Ethel

Reviewed August 2022

I just started therapy with Ethel about a week ago and from the beginning I think we hit off well. She asked about my concerns and offered some suggestions to help get me on track with my goals. She's a good listener and she asks the right questions to get me to engage in therapy. Mel B

Reviewed August 2022

I am very lucky to get a therapist like Ethel. She is a very good listener and understood me and my concerns 100%. I am totally relieved after talking with Ethel. I feel blessed!

Reviewed August 2022

Very kind, grounded and has great insight

Reviewed August 2022

Very patient. Empathetic & really listens hears you.

Reviewed August 2022

Ethel listens compassionately and offered constructive feedback when asked. She allows lots of space for and offers tools for self assessment.

Reviewed August 2022

Wonderful, insightful and supportive

Reviewed July 2022

Ethel is an amazing therapist and I really enjoy talking with her as well as sharing my struggles with her. I love her sense of humor and the questions she asked me so I can think of ways to help myself while she’s helping me. I truly appreciate her always reaching out to me to see how I’m doing throughout the week. I’m happy I have her as a therapist.

Reviewed June 2022

I think Ethel is great. The system for communications and scheduling is not good.

Reviewed May 2022

Ethel is so great! She really understands and can relate to how I have been struggling and she offers a lot of reassurance throughout the week. I never feel like just a client or a burden in any way. I am very grateful for all the support!

Reviewed May 2022

Ethel has been a breath of fresh air, always honest, but sensitive and incredibly helpful. She has so much life experience she can draw on alongside her professional expertise. I love chatting to Ethel!

Reviewed May 2022

Ethel is super awesome. She understands and listens.

Reviewed May 2022

I’m new to therapy and Ethel has already been so helpful. She’s so easy to talk to and gives me ways of dealing with issues I’m having outside of our sessions, which has been very valuable.

Reviewed April 2022

I really enjoy talking with Ms. Dickerson. She makes it really easy to talk to her and have a great conversation. I am truly grateful we connected and have a great report. I never thought this would be as helpful and needed as it has been. Thank you Ms. Dickerson!

Reviewed April 2022

Ethel is exactly who I needed to assist me through this time in my life. Ethel is understanding yet challenges me to look positively at myself during a time that it's difficult to do so. I look forward to speaking to her each week!

Reviewed April 2022

I love her

Reviewed April 2022

I love speaking with Edith. She gets me and I appreciate her enthusiasm and encouragement she provides. I’m so thankful I was matched with her.

Reviewed April 2022

Ms. Dickerson is AMAZING!.

Reviewed April 2022

Ethel has been very helpful she she's a great listener and she also is straight up I appreciate that very much

Reviewed April 2022

Review to come soon.

Reviewed April 2022

A good Listener and Advicer. Kind hearted and knows her job. Cc:Ernest

Reviewed April 2022

Ethel is a great person, and I like her but I'm looking for something a different in a therapist.

Reviewed March 2022

Ethel is particularly amazing as a therapist because of her wisdom. She openly, and honestly shares all of herself with you as a therapist and I feel, at least for me, that having this sort of transparency in communication makes it easier to open up about what I feel. She holds no judgements, and is very receptive to what you say. She will ask you questions, and tells you what you need to hear - not always necessarily what you want to. I’m therapy averse, and Ethel has completely changed my outlook on therapy. A GEM.

Reviewed March 2022

Ethel was very sympathetic with my situation and offered great advice to help me resolve my issues and talk me off the ledge.

Reviewed March 2022

She listens Provides great insight Makes you feel comfortable in these hard times

Reviewed March 2022

Ethel is very kind, positive, and easy to talk to. She asks the right questions. She is tough when she needs to be but also knows when to not push too hard. Thank you.

Reviewed March 2022

I love Ethel she and I connected quickly. Meeting her has helped to on my journey of mental health . Much Thanks

Reviewed March 2022

Ethel is an empathetic listener who is thorough in her work in supporting me. I would highly recommend her as a therapist.

Reviewed March 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Ethel Dickerson offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Ethel Dickerson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Ethel Dickerson speak?

Ethel Dickerson speaks English.

How many years of experience does Ethel Dickerson have?

Ethel Dickerson has 22 years of experience.

Where is Ethel Dickerson licensed to practice?

Ethel Dickerson is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Ethel Dickerson accept clients outside of the United States?

Yes, Ethel Dickerson accepts clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Ethel Dickerson offer?

Ethel Dickerson offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Ethel Dickerson?

Ethel Dickerson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Ethel Dickerson?

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