FreEtta Nelson-Hemphill , LCSW

FreEtta Nelson-Hemphill is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings decades of experience helping people navigate difficult seasons of life. Many clients refer to her as "Fritzi," a name she welcomes in sessions. She has worked with individuals from a wide range of cultural identities and backgrounds, and she centers her work on understanding each person’s unique circumstances before developing a plan for change.

Her approach begins with attentive listening and thoughtful questions to build a clear picture of what is working and what is not. From that foundation she collaborates with clients to set concrete therapy goals and identify practical steps toward those goals. FreEtta often draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy principles, helping people recognize and adjust the thought patterns and behaviors that contribute to stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and other concerns.

Therapy requires time and effort, and she acknowledges both the commitment and the potential challenges involved in the process. She encourages clients with a hopeful, affirming attitude and often reminds them, "Oh Yeah! You can handle this!" FreEtta looks forward to supporting people as they work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

FreEtta commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy into her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing different ways of thinking and behaving to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and practical techniques to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can help with worry, stress, and relationship struggles.

She also incorporates Trauma-Focused approaches when past traumatic experiences are central to a person’s concerns. These methods aim to address how traumatic events affect thoughts, feelings, and relationships and to support gradual healing at a pace that feels manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. FreEtta will collaborate with each client to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility by allowing sessions via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the process.