Olivia Shuttleworth, LICSW
Experienced LICSW specializing in trauma and recovery
- Trauma and grief care
- CBT and DBT approaches
- Veteran and elder support
About Olivia Shuttleworth
Olivia Shuttleworth has built a long career in social work and clinical therapy, bringing decades of frontline experience to her practice. She began as a social worker in 1985 and has worked as a therapist since 1989, serving in inpatient psychiatric units, outpatient clinics, day hospital programs, and rehabilitation settings within the VA system and in hospice care. Her background spans emergency child shelter work, state child protective services (DHHR-CPS), and therapeutic roles with older adults across inpatient and outpatient settings.
She has worked with people across the lifespan, from children to geriatrics, and has supported clients facing eating disorders, severe mental health diagnoses, trauma, depression, anxiety, and significant life changes such as physical loss or bereavement, including the loss of pets. Her experience includes addressing addictions, relationship and family concerns, sleep difficulties, anger and self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive patterns, personality disorders, and seasonal mood changes. Olivia has also focused on veteran and armed forces issues while working in VA settings.
Olivia’s clinical toolbox includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness skills. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and indicates advanced social work training and the ability to provide independent clinical care. Olivia describes becoming a therapist as a humbling path that reinforces the importance of both formal and informal support. She offers professional therapeutic support for those seeking a structured therapeutic relationship.
She has worked with people across the lifespan, from children to geriatrics, and has supported clients facing eating disorders, severe mental health diagnoses, trauma, depression, anxiety, and significant life changes such as physical loss or bereavement, including the loss of pets. Her experience includes addressing addictions, relationship and family concerns, sleep difficulties, anger and self-esteem issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, obsessive-compulsive patterns, personality disorders, and seasonal mood changes. Olivia has also focused on veteran and armed forces issues while working in VA settings.
Olivia’s clinical toolbox includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness skills. She holds the LICSW credential, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and indicates advanced social work training and the ability to provide independent clinical care. Olivia describes becoming a therapist as a humbling path that reinforces the importance of both formal and informal support. She offers professional therapeutic support for those seeking a structured therapeutic relationship.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Veteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Olivia Shuttleworth have?
Olivia Shuttleworth has 33 years of experience.
Is Olivia Shuttleworth a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LICSW credential. License details are WV LICSW DPE0453081.
In which languages does Olivia Shuttleworth provide therapy?
Olivia Shuttleworth provides therapy in English.
Where is Olivia Shuttleworth located?
She is located in West Virginia.
How can I work with Olivia Shuttleworth as my therapist?
You can work with Olivia Shuttleworth through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Olivia Shuttleworth work with international clients?
Olivia Shuttleworth does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Olivia Shuttleworth cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Olivia commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness-based skills in her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing practical strategies to change behaviors and feelings, often used for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) focuses on emotional regulation, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and acceptance-based skills, which can be helpful for managing intense emotions, relationship patterns, and self-destructive behaviors. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and breathing or attention practices to reduce reactivity and support calmer responses to stress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Olivia works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines techniques as appropriate and adjusts the plan over time based on what proves most helpful.
Online therapy with Olivia is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allows for flexibility in scheduling and in-the-moment support between sessions. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals from home, during work breaks, or while traveling, and to choose the format that fits their life and communication style.
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