As a licensed therapist with extensive experience in Michigan, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex life transitions and emotional challenges. My practice centers on creating a compassionate, affirming space for clients navigating diverse experiences—including trauma recovery, mood disorders, relationship dynamics, and personal growth.
I bring deep expertise in addressing issues like isolation, grief, stress, and self-esteem challenges. My approach is particularly attuned to supporting older adults, LGBTQ+ individuals, and those experiencing significant life changes such as divorce, chronic health conditions, or caregiving responsibilities.
With a trauma-informed and person-centered perspective, I offer empathetic guidance to help clients develop resilience, understanding, and meaningful strategies for emotional well-being. My commitment is to honor each person's unique journey and provide thoughtful, supportive therapeutic care.
Professional experience
40 yrs in practice
Stress and anxiety Trauma and abuse Coping with grief and loss Motivation, self esteem, and confidence Depression
Additional areas of focus:LGBTQ+ related issues, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Concentration, memory and focus (ADHD), Aging and geriatric issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Codependency, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Emptiness, First responder issues, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Isolation / loneliness, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Visually impaired, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
Services offered
Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging
License information
MI LMSW 6801060920
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Elizabeth Scala. 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.
Betsy is down-to-earth and practical while still always listening for the deep parts that may be impacting life. She's resource-laden and shies away from no topic!
Written on Jul 14, 2026 after therapy with Elizabeth for 8 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She listens well very understanding We get along great
Written on Apr 16, 2026 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief
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Written on Jun 13, 2025 after therapy with Elizabeth for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
I love her, she's great to talk to and she listens well. Her advice and time that she gives means the world to me.
Written on May 07, 2025 after therapy with Elizabeth for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
I've only been with Elizabeth for a short time, but I can say that I greatly appreciate her demeanor and insight. Y'all, she's pretty great.
Written on Jun 25, 2024 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Elizabeth is a great listener, is very supportive and kind, and offers solutions at appropriate times. She is very professional and helps me feel heard and seen.
Written on Jun 15, 2023 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
I was so pleased to find Elizabeth help – – I find her to be very empathetic, logical, caring, thoughtful and extremely easy to talk to. She has directed me to lots of resources to concretely help me solve problems, both therapy-related and nuts and bolts of day to day life. I especially feel that she can identify with issues I may be having because we are closer in age than my previous therapist was, and I enjoy her calm demeanor and good humor. Our weekly sessions feel very much like catching up with a good friend who always seems to know what to say. I’m very glad to be able to check in with someone who listens carefully and suggests directions I didn’t see before — and grateful for her expertise and warmth.
Written on Dec 10, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, eating disorders, and adhd
Elizabeth pays close attention to how I am feeling and provides valuable insight. I'm thankful for her
Written on Sep 11, 2022 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Elizabeth is attentive and offers valuable perspectives without cliche or platitudes.
Written on Dec 20, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
Elizabeth has helped me through one of the roughest parts of my life. She has helped me gain a lot of insight, but more than anything, she listens to me and tries to guide me to bettering myself and my view on life. I owe a lot of my recovery to her kindness, encouragement, and patience, though I’m not back to 100%, but with her help, I’m slowly making my way there.
Written on Aug 16, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 months
Provides a very comfortable experience
Written on Aug 03, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
She’s easy to talk to. Easy to get comfortable with. She has been a great help to my personal issues.
Written on May 31, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 5 months on issues concerning self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Elizabeth is compassionate and experienced, with a warm sense of humor when appropriate. I appreciate her low-key approach; she meets me where I'm at.
Written on Apr 13, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Very sincere and kind. Always prompt. She is caring and very warm.
Written on Mar 16, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders
Elizabeth jumps in with both feet! She is incredibly warm and kind, while still being assertive enough to address the issues you want to work through. She is thoughtful and creative in her approach, and the first therapist who I feel truly works wonders remotely!
Written on Feb 22, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and adhd
Elizabeth has a warm and accepting attitude. She listens and then reflects on the session with intention. She has a wealth of experience in the mental health field and is a pleasure to work with. I feel well supported and seen.
Written on Feb 20, 2021 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
For those of us who need someone to talk with and help sort out concerns BetterHelp.com has found a sincere professional in Elizabeth Scala. I am able to text at any time, day or night, knowing someone will answer with knowledge and competence and still be able to schedule an appointment to video chat, talk on the phone or live text. I feel connected 24/7. Elizabeth Scala also sent me information on my local therapy centers and medical professionals if my condition could be helped better with medication or a more controlled environment. BetterHelp.com has brought meaningful care to the next level.
Written on Dec 11, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
Elizabeth is fantastic! Even without direct experience in my issue area, she was able to find some relevant resources to provide me with.
Written on Sep 09, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Elizabeth was an excellent thoughtful councilor to me. She was a encouraging and calm presence for me, and really put me at ease during our sessions. My sessions with her were my first contact with mental health support, and I cannot recommend her enough.
Written on Sep 01, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Elizabeth is caring and kind, & quick to respond.
Written on Aug 29, 2020 after therapy with Elizabeth for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
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