Dori Grace , LCSW

Dori Grace is licensed in Indiana as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and has three years of professional experience offering therapy services. She supports people facing stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, difficulties with motivation, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence. Her work centers on practical support and compassionate listening to help clients navigate difficult moments and pursue meaningful change.

She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be spoken freely. In sessions she collaborates with clients to clarify goals, build coping skills, and strengthen resilience in everyday life. Her approach emphasizes patience and encouragement, recognizing that reaching out for help is a courageous first step.

Dori positions herself as a steady partner in the therapeutic process, offering guidance while honoring each person’s pace and priorities. She focuses on helping people move toward a more fulfilling and happier life by addressing immediate concerns and supporting long-term growth.

DBT Informed Care and Supportive Online Therapy

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and tolerating distress. It is useful for people who struggle with strong mood swings, difficulty regulating emotions, or relationship challenges, offering straightforward tools to reduce emotional reactivity and build stability.

Alongside DBT-informed work, Dori emphasizes a supportive, client-centered approach that prioritizes listening, validation, and collaborative planning. This style focuses on understanding each person’s unique needs and helping them set realistic goals while offering encouragement and guidance through change.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Dori will work with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress is made. This collaborative process helps ensure therapy feels relevant and effective.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can be conducted by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to access care around work, family, and other commitments. These options can help people stay consistent with therapy, practice skills between sessions, and connect with licensed professionals from the location that works best for them.