Elizabeth Black , LPC

Elizabeth Black brings a deep interest in people, stories, and truth to her work as a therapist. She earned a Master of Counseling from Spring Arbor University in 2015 and holds the LPC credential - a Licensed Professional Counselor - which reflects her training and authorization to provide counseling. She views therapy as a path to better understand oneself, relationships, and the broader world, and aims to make the vulnerability that process requires feel more approachable through a genuine therapeutic connection.

Her practice focuses on helping people navigate depression, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, life transitions, grief and loss, relationship challenges, communication difficulties, and boundary setting. She has particular passion for supporting young adults facing the stressors of early adulthood, while also working with a diverse range of clients across life stages. Elizabeth’s interpersonal style is laid back and highly relational, emphasizing authenticity and trust so personal discovery and growth can unfold.

In sessions she offers thoughtful challenge to unhelpful thought patterns, practical feedback, and pointers to useful resources. She regards the decision to pursue therapy as both wise and brave and considers it an honor to listen to a client’s story and support them through current struggles, no matter how small those concerns may feel.

Approaches that guide online counseling

Elizabeth draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness therapy to shape online sessions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental relationship where the client's perspectives and goals lead the work - it is helpful for improving self-understanding, relationships, and confidence. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce anxiety, depression, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and acceptance skills that can ease stress, support emotion regulation, and complement other therapeutic techniques.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Elizabeth works with clients to identify goals, preferences, and what feels most useful in session, adapting methods as progress unfolds so treatment aligns with each person’s needs.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place over video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules, manage transportation limits, and maintain continuity of support from familiar spaces. Licensed professionals can tailor these formats to suit different concerns and rhythms of life, helping clients access consistent and effective care on their terms.