LCSW

Cicely Betts , LCSW

Therapist in Texas

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About Cicely

Cicely Betts is a trauma-informed Licensed Clinical Social Worker who practices in Texas and brings a strengths-based, practical approach to therapy. She earned a B.A. in Business Management from Dillard University in New Orleans and completed her Master of Social Work at the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work in 2012. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - she applies clinical training across several evidence-based treatment modalities to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Her experience includes working with individuals, couples, families, and groups, and she collaborates with clients to identify goals and build a plan to reach them. Cicely centers the client as the expert on their life while offering honest, direct, and compassionate guidance, often delivered with a warm sense of wit so that growth feels human rather than clinical.

She focuses on strengthening self-awareness, improving communication, and repairing relationships so people can move toward more fulfilling lives. Outside of her clinical work she prioritizes work-life balance, enjoys time with family and friends, and values periods of solitude. Cicely also channels creativity into drawing, writing, and designing practical tools that support organization and well-being. At her core, she believes people have the capacity to heal and grow and sees it as a privilege to support that work.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while identifying personal values and taking steps toward a meaningful life. It is useful for people coping with anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and unconditional positive regard so the client can explore feelings at their own pace; this approach supports self-awareness, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce distress and improve coping skills, which many people find helpful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related issues.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Cicely works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and needs. She adapts techniques over time so treatment remains practical and relevant.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, manage transportation or mobility challenges, and maintain continuity of care. Licensed professionals, including therapists like Cicely, can use these modalities to provide consistent, timely support while tailoring the format to each client’s comfort and circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Cicely Betts have?

Cicely Betts has 8 years of professional experience in clinical social work.

Is Cicely Betts a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are TX LCSW 56817.

In which languages does Cicely Betts provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Cicely Betts located?

She is located in Texas.

How can I work with Cicely Betts as my therapist?

You can work with Cicely Betts through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Cicely Betts work with international clients?

No. Cicely Betts does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Cicely Betts cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

Texas

Languages

English

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