- Anxiety and depression
- Relationship struggles
- ADHD and trauma
About Elle
Elle Schwan Avery is a Pennsylvania LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor with 23 years of clinical experience. She works with adults 18 and older on concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma and relationship struggles. Elle presents herself as down-to-earth and easy to talk to.
She frames therapy as a partnership. Sessions focus on exploring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to find practical ways forward. Elle uses an eclectic, evidence-informed mix of techniques chosen to fit each person's situation rather than a single fixed method.
Clients meet someone who combines long experience with a straightforward style. Elle aims to reduce intimidation and judgment in meetings so people can speak honestly about hard topics. Common areas she addresses include grief, addiction, intimacy issues, self-esteem, anger, and coping with life changes.
Elle also works with concerns around family of origin, attachment and abandonment issues, blended family challenges, caregiver stress, commitment and communication problems, dissociation, and gender dysphoria. She helps people sort through relationship patterns, parenting stress, and problems that follow separation or divorce.
Outside of counseling she is creative and enjoys yoga and making beaded jewelry. The profile notes she responds to inquiries within 48 hours and asks clients to indicate a preferred contact method, such as phone, email, or text. To begin, readers should use the site flow to match and schedule their first session.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online work
Elle uses an eclectic, evidence-informed set of techniques. She draws on approaches that help people manage strong emotions and change unhelpful patterns. One approach focuses on recognizing and changing thoughts and behaviors that maintain anxiety and depression, giving concrete skills to test and shift unhelpful thinking. Another emphasizes understanding attachment and relationship patterns so clients can notice interactions, set boundaries, and improve communication. Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Elle collaborates with each person to decide which techniques suit their goals, symptoms, and everyday life. She adjusts the plan as progress and new needs emerge. Online sessions can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule. They can reduce commute time, allow for shorter check-ins during a busy day, or make it possible to meet from different locations. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available online options before booking. Licensed professionals can tailor sessions to practical needs so therapy fits alongside work, school, and other obligations.Areas of expertise
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she focus on?
Elle works with adults on anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, relationship struggles, grief, addiction, and related concerns.
What is her therapy style like?
She describes a down-to-earth, easy-to-talk-to approach and uses an eclectic mix of evidence-based techniques chosen to fit the person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Elle has 23 years of experience working with clients in counseling settings.
What are her professional credentials and location?
She is a Pennsylvania LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Pennsylvania.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time. Sessions are provided in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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