Angel Damara , LCSW, LICSW

Angel Damara is a licensed clinical social worker who brings 17 years of experience in mental and behavioral health to her practice. She earned a Master of Social Work from Walla Walla University in 2010 and holds both LCSW and LICSW credentials - LCSW meaning licensed clinical social worker and LICSW meaning licensed independent clinical social worker. Her background spans work with people of all ages in addictions and mental health settings, including several years providing care at the VA where she supported Veterans with PTSD symptoms, insomnia and nightmares, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, addictions, and other mental health concerns.

As a transpersonal therapist, Angel blends spiritual wisdom and traditions with contemporary, evidence-informed therapies to support healing, growth, and a greater sense of meaning. She draws from a range of approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy including CBT for chronic pain (CBT-CP, a VA certification), and motivational interviewing techniques. These methods are used alongside practices that cultivate spiritual awareness to strengthen relationships, build self-esteem, and clarify purpose.

Angel emphasizes self-awareness, openness, and a nonjudgmental stance from both therapist and client. She frames therapy as a collaborative journey that begins where each person is and supports gradual progress toward personal goals, improved coping, and enriched connection with self and others.

Therapeutic Approaches for Effective Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build actions that align with those values. It combines mindfulness and practical strategies to reduce avoidance and increase psychological flexibility, which can support work on anxiety, depression, and chronic stress.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and mindfulness. It is useful for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and building coping tools for crises or ongoing mood and impulse-related challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Angel works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting techniques over time so therapy stays relevant and effective. Licensed professionals and therapists guide that exploration together with the client.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into a busy life or to access support from different locations. These options allow consistent sessions, timely check-ins, and varied communication styles so clients can choose what feels most practical and helpful for their progress.