Athena McCaman

LISW

Ohio

Client-centered social worker using motivational approaches

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At a glance

Credentials

LISW

License

LISW, Ohio / I.2102916-SUPV

NPI

1891174215

Experience

12 years

Languages

English

Location

Ohio

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Client-centered care
   • Motivational approach
   • Skills-focused therapy

   About Athena

   Athena McCaman is a licensed independent social worker (LISW) based in Ohio. She uses a client-centered style and motivational approaches to help people as they face stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, depression, and life changes. Athena speaks English and draws on 12 years of experience supporting people through difficult moments.

   Athena earned a master’s degree in social work and has worked with individuals and groups across a range of concerns. She has particular experience with substance use and trauma, including the emotional and physical impacts those experiences can bring. She also supports people dealing with relationship strain, parenting stress, grief, and changes that come with aging.

   In sessions she blends client-centered care with practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational engagement. That means she aims to meet a person where they are, listen without judgment, and help identify small, doable steps toward clearer goals. Sessions often focus on building coping skills, managing difficult emotions, and reducing patterns that cause harm.

   Athena also uses elements of dialectical behavior therapy and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing where appropriate. Her work emphasizes respect, empathy, and collaboration so each person can set the pace and focus for their own progress.

   If someone is ready to begin, she asks them to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability through the Start Therapy flow.

2. Using motivational and practical approaches in online therapy

   Athena commonly draws on Motivational Interviewing, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and on building motivation step by step. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening, empathy, and meeting people where they are in the moment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns.
   
   Finding the right approach is treated as a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then try methods that fit those needs. Plans are adjusted over time so the work stays relevant and manageable for the individual.
   
   Practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy schedule and fewer errands on appointment days. Online sessions can make it simpler to check in during a lunch break, join when travel is difficult, or focus on skills practice without extra commute time. Please confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available for scheduling.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseDepressionCoping with life changes

   Also works with

   LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemADHD

   Additional focus areas

   AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

   Therapeutic approaches

   Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

   Experience

   12+ years

   Listed in

   Ohio

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

   Common concerns include stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include relationship and family issues, parenting stress, ADHD, and feelings like guilt, shame, or isolation.

   How would you describe the therapeutic approach and style?

   The approach is client-centered and collaborative, using motivational engagement alongside practical techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy. Sessions focus on listening, setting realistic goals, and building everyday coping skills.

   What kind of experience does the therapist have?

   She has 12 years of experience working with individuals and groups on mental health and substance use concerns, including trauma and addiction-related issues.

   What credentials and location information are on file?

   The therapist holds the LISW credential and practices in Ohio. The profile uses the credential exactly as provided.

   Which languages are supported for sessions?

   Sessions are offered in English.

   Are international clients supported?

   International clients are not currently accepted.

   How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the matched therapist and plan.

   What are the steps to begin therapy?

   To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a time according to the therapist's availability.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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