- Solution focused
- Skills oriented
- Respectful care
About Angela
Angela "Angie" Lester is a Georgia-licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, and relationship pressures. She commonly supports people dealing with mood disorders, trauma or abuse, and issues like jealousy or infidelity. Angie writes clear goals for sessions and keeps the work practical and focused.
Her style is direct and solution-focused, with an emphasis on respect and empathy. She personalizes treatment plans to each person’s needs and uses straightforward skills people can practice between meetings. Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and build coping tools that fit everyday life.
Angie draws on several evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness practices. She blends these methods to address emotional regulation, negative thinking, and patterns that keep people stuck. Therapy can include strategies for sleep, trauma-related symptoms, and managing intense emotions.
She has seven years of experience in mental health and holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, along with CSW. That background includes work with people who have experienced physical trauma, emotional abuse, and complex mood or personality concerns.
Sessions are offered in English from Georgia. Angie encourages prospective clients to consider what they want to change and to bring specific concerns so sessions can start with clear, manageable steps.
Her style is direct and solution-focused, with an emphasis on respect and empathy. She personalizes treatment plans to each person’s needs and uses straightforward skills people can practice between meetings. Sessions aim to reduce overwhelm and build coping tools that fit everyday life.
Angie draws on several evidence-based approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness practices. She blends these methods to address emotional regulation, negative thinking, and patterns that keep people stuck. Therapy can include strategies for sleep, trauma-related symptoms, and managing intense emotions.
She has seven years of experience in mental health and holds the credential Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, along with CSW. That background includes work with people who have experienced physical trauma, emotional abuse, and complex mood or personality concerns.
Sessions are offered in English from Georgia. Angie encourages prospective clients to consider what they want to change and to bring specific concerns so sessions can start with clear, manageable steps.
How her approaches shape online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and committing to small, workable actions. It helps people move toward what matters even when strong emotions are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thinking and teaches concrete skills to shift patterns that fuel anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness practices are used to tune into present-moment experience and reduce reactivity.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Angie will work collaboratively to choose which methods fit a person’s goals and preferences. Sessions begin with clear goals and a plan, then adjust over time based on what is helping most.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills in their usual routines and bring real-life examples to sessions for immediate feedback. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and mindfulness tools effectively in remote work, focusing on practical steps and skills people can use between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Angie commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, jealousy, and related concerns such as addiction and grief.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is direct and solutions focused, with an emphasis on practical skills and respectful, non-judgmental support.
What clinical background does she bring?
She has seven years of experience in mental health and has worked with people facing trauma, mood and personality concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for Angie?
She holds LCSW and CSW credentials and practices in Georgia.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Angie?
Use the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to her availability.