- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Mindfulness practices
About Samella
Samella Jolly, LCSW, is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Wisconsin with three years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, career concerns, depression, and the challenges of life change. She also focuses on issues such as caregiver stress, family of origin problems, forgiveness, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Samella uses straightforward, evidence-based techniques to help people name what feels overwhelming and find clearer next steps. She draws on approaches like cognitive behavioral methods, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based practices to support coping and decision-making. Sessions emphasize practical skills and clearer thinking rather than abstract theory.
Her background includes work in medical social work, behavioral health, crisis intervention, outpatient mental health, and programs serving people experiencing homelessness. That mix of settings shaped a practical approach to problem solving and resource navigation. She understands fatigue that comes from caregiving and the complications of chronic health concerns.
In sessions Samella helps people identify strengths, reduce distressing patterns, and practice new ways of responding to difficult emotions. She pays attention to how family history and attachment can keep old patterns in place, and she offers tools to interrupt those patterns. Work on guilt and shame is handled directly, with attention to how those feelings affect behavior and relationships.
People who meet with her can expect clear goals, regular check-ins on progress, and an emphasis on usable skills. To begin, clients follow the site's matching steps and schedule a first appointment.
How evidence-based approaches work in remote sessions
Samella commonly uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people spot thinking patterns that keep guilt and shame active. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and practicing alternative responses, which can reduce anxiety and depressive patterns.She also draws on motivational interviewing to clarify values and build readiness for change. That approach is conversational and helps people weigh options without pressure. Mindfulness-based practices are used to build tolerance for difficult emotions and to practice present-moment attention in small, repeatable exercises.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Samella will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences, adjusting methods as needs change. This is a shared process that looks at practical steps and measurable progress.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten the time spent traveling, or allow shorter check-ins when that works better. Many people appreciate being able to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or health appointments, and therapists can adapt exercises to the online setting without changing the core techniques.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, career concerns, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like caregiver stress and guilt and shame.
How would she approach feelings of guilt or shame?
She uses evidence-based methods to help name and examine those feelings, then practices concrete skills to reduce their impact on daily life and relationships.
What is her clinical background?
She has three years of practice as an LCSW and experience across medical social work, behavioral health, crisis intervention, and outpatient treatment.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Indiana and Illinois and is based in Wisconsin.
Can I meet with her if I live in another country?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.