Hilary Stover , LISW-CP, LCSW

Hilary Stover is a licensed clinical social worker practicing with credentials as an LISW-CP in South Carolina and an LCSW in Oregon - both clinical social work licenses that indicate advanced training in therapy and clinical practice. She has worked with adolescents and adults facing a wide range of concerns, including trauma and PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, self-esteem struggles, stress, ADHD, motivation, health and wellness, anger, parenting challenges, and life adjustments.

Her clinical experience spans outpatient and inpatient settings, community agencies, private hospitals, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and private practice, giving her a broad perspective on how to support people through different stages of recovery and coping. Hilary values virtual care as a way to reduce barriers to treatment and to allow communication in formats that suit each person.

She relies on evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing, and she holds certifications in Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Focused Health Coaching. Her style blends warmth, empathy, and gentle firmness while using practical techniques to teach cognitive and behavioral coping skills. Hilary emphasizes identifying strengths and applying them to adapt, cope, and grow, helping clients recognize patterns that keep them stuck and practice alternative thoughts and behaviors that support progress.

Throughout her work she prioritizes a strong therapeutic relationship, taking time to understand each person's goals and tailoring therapeutic strategies to fit individual needs and situations.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and test more balanced ways of thinking. It is practical and skills-focused, often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many common life challenges.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative approach that explores a person’s own motivations for change. It supports ambivalence and helps people find internal reasons to move toward goals, which can be especially useful for substance use, behavior change, and building commitment.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and nonjudgmental awareness of present-moment experience. It can help with emotional regulation, stress management, and increasing resilience in the face of difficult thoughts and sensations.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Licensed professionals will collaborate with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapt techniques over time to suit what proves most helpful.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how and when people access care. Video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and connect in ways that feel comfortable. These options can increase consistency and make it simpler to practice new skills between sessions while working toward meaningful change.