Ellen Goodloe

Ellen Goodloe is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who offers steady, practical help for people facing major life shifts. She draws on 27 years of experience to support concerns such as relationships, grief, anxiety, stress, depression, and coping with life changes. Her work includes support for those in the LGBT community and people affected by trauma, and she lists veteran and armed forces issues as an additional focus.

She uses a mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques and tailors the approach to each person. Ellen listens for what matters most and then builds simple, usable steps people can try between sessions. She pays close attention to patterns like harsh self-talk, struggles with confidence, or repeated conflict in relationships.

Her style is respectful and compassionate. She aims to help people notice strengths they may have overlooked and to shift unhelpful habits over time. Conversations are practical and goal-focused without being rushed.

Ellen has particular experience supporting people with anger, career questions, parenting strain, intimacy concerns, and the aftermath of trauma or abuse. She also works with those navigating bipolar mood challenges and compassion fatigue from high-stress roles.

To begin, Ellen asks about the issue at hand and what someone hopes to change. From there she and the client create a plan that fits daily life and personal goals. Her long experience in Virginia and Colorado informs a down-to-earth approach to problem solving and growth.

Therapeutic techniques and how they fit online

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to address practical problems and emotional pain. One common approach focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, helping people reduce anxiety and depression by practicing new ways of responding to stress. Another useful method centers on processing trauma and its impact on daily life, offering step-by-step tools to manage triggers and rebuild safety in relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, preferences, and how they respond to different strategies. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

For online work, confirm available session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people work with a licensed professional in Virginia without commuting, which can help sustain regular appointments during major life transitions.