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Olivia Shuttleworth, LICSW

Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Eating disorders Depression
Video Phone Messaging

About me

I have worked as a social worker since 1985. I have worked as a therapist since 1989 in inpatient psychiatric settings and outpatient, including day hospital and rehab programs in the VA system with veterans and in hospice. I have worked with all populations from children to geriatrics, including childcare worker at an emergency shelter for children , and DHHR-CPS worker, to therapist for seniors from inpatient to outpatient. Becoming a therapist is a humbling experience and has taught me we all have struggles and life events that sometimes overwhelm us. My clients have included those with eating disorders, severe mental health diagnoses, trauma clients, those with depression and anxiety, those dealing with life changes such as physical loss or the loss of a loved one, including pets.
My toolbox includes using Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness skills.
One of the 10 elements of mental health recovery is support. We all need support, both formal and informal. I am here if you need formal support from a therapist.

Professional experience

33 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Trauma, Abuse Grief Eating disorders Depression

Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Personality disorders, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

WV LICSW DPE0453081

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Olivia Shuttleworth. 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.

Olivia has helped me through several issues and one of the most difficult times of my life. She is empathetic and knowledgeable. She listens to your concerns and I've never felt judged by her. It's like having a friend when you need one the most. The few times I got busy and forgot to schedule appointments, she reached out to make sure I'm ok, as well as when she knew I was having major issues. I'm so thankful I found her!

Written on Feb 03, 2026 after therapy with Olivia for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and parenting issues

I feel like I was perfectly matched and I like her as a person and therapist.

Written on Dec 17, 2025 after therapy with Olivia for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coping with life changes, and adhd

Very pleased with the experience so far, look forward to our sessions

Written on Nov 10, 2025 after therapy with Olivia for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Olivia is a caring and sensitive. I feel she gets me and has been a listening ear and empathic soul.

Written on Oct 21, 2025 after therapy with Olivia for 3 years and 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes

Olivia is great! She is professional, yet personable. She gets me. I am very happy with my experience and fortunate she matched as my therapist.

Written on Aug 27, 2025 after therapy with Olivia for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coping with life changes

Olivia is very compassionate and knowledgeable. I have tried many different therapists throughout my life and Olivia is by far the best!

Written on Aug 19, 2025 after therapy with Olivia for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd