Greetings and welcome to BetterHelp! My name is Betsy and I am a licensed clinical social worker with a doctorate in education. I have over 25 years of experience in outpatient therapy, mediation, training/facilitation, and organizational development. In addition to counseling, I work as an international facilitator in non-violent conflict management. I love to travel and explore new cultures. I like to take risks through adventure to widen my comfort zone and to fully experience the blessings of this life.
My approach is accepting and warm. You are the "driver." I will listen, ask a lot of questions and assist you in creating a plan for the changes you want to make. I align with cognitive-behavioral theory and incorporate mindfulness and gratitude on a regular basis. I will assign homework (with your agreement) so you can practice and apply new skills between sessions. I'm ready to start when you are.
Congratulations on taking a big first step towards change. Inviting someone to assist you in creating positive change takes courage. I look forward to working with you!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural Concerns, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
MT LCSW BBH-LCSW-LIC-730
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Betsy Johnston. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Dr. Johnston has been such an inspirational and resourceful support over the last few months. I am very grateful that she listened and always offered helpful support and inspirational tips to keep me going and help me to get back on track. Thank you!
Written on Jun 06, 2022 after therapy with Betsy for 4 months on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Dr. Johnston was terrific. She helped me though my issue and continued to be supportive after treatment.
Written on Feb 02, 2021 after therapy with Betsy for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching