Mindy Battles, LISW

Mindy Battles is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) in Ohio who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a core approach. She brings ten years of professional practice and a calm, approachable manner to sessions. Mindy emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and a practical style that aims to meet people where they are.

Her work focuses on common and sometimes overwhelming concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, stress, and coping with life changes. She also helps people facing relationship strain, caregiver stress, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, and issues like codependency or loneliness. Mindy pays attention to aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and cancer-related concerns when relevant.

In session she combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, Attachment-Based ideas, and a client-centered attitude. Conversations typically explore thoughts and behaviors, practical steps to manage symptoms, and values-based goals for meaningful change. Mindy adapts her approach to fit each person’s pace and preferences.

She has experience supporting people with ADHD, bipolar disorder, anger, and compassion fatigue, and she addresses caregiver exhaustion and communication problems. Mindy aims to create a space where people feel heard and can try specific techniques to reduce distress.

People who choose Mindy can expect collaborative planning and steady support as they work toward clearer direction and better day-to-day coping. The emphasis is on doable skills and realistic steps rather than on jargon or long lectures.

CBT and Acceptance-based Care Delivered Online

Mindy uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes that reduce anxiety and low mood. CBT focuses on practical exercises and clear steps that can be practiced between sessions to build better day-to-day coping.

She also incorporates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify their values and accept difficult feelings while taking action toward meaningful goals. Attachment-Based ideas inform how she looks at relationship patterns and communication, especially when loneliness or caregiver strain is involved. These approaches help with stress, grief, mood challenges, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Mindy will discuss goals and preferences, try methods aligned with those aims, and adjust the plan as needed. She encourages people to experiment with techniques and to give feedback so the work stays practical and relevant.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video allows more face-to-face interaction, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, chat and text work well for brief check-ins or people who prefer writing. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy days and to continue work even when schedules or locations change.