Dolores Beynor, LCSW, LICSW

Dolores Beynor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW, LICSW) with 39 years of experience. She offers calm, steady support for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma and abuse, and related concerns. Dolores focuses on helping people name their priorities and take practical steps forward.

She listens first and starts where each person is. Dolores combines direct conversation with psychoeducation so clients understand common patterns like depression, anxiety, substance use, grief, or relationship stress. Together she and the client develop clear goals and work on the most pressing problems first.

Her approach adapts to each person. She uses client-centered skills to build trust, cognitive behavioral tools to address thoughts and behaviors, and motivational interviewing to strengthen commitment to change. She also draws on psychodynamic and solution-focused ideas when they fit the client's needs.

Dolores has worked across many settings and age ranges, and she has particular experience with caregiver issues, aging concerns, domestic violence, and survivors of emotional, physical, or sexual abuse. She brings decades of practical experience to help people cope with life changes, parenting stress, career decisions, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.

In sessions she aims to be respectful, compassionate, and straightforward. Clients can expect clear information, support in setting goals, and a focus on workable steps they can try between meetings.

Approaches that guide online work

Client-centered therapy focuses on understanding the person's experience and building a trusting relationship. It helps when someone needs a supportive place to talk and sort out what matters most. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers practical strategies to reduce anxiety, depression, or unhelpful habits. Motivational interviewing helps people clarify their goals and strengthen their motivation to change, especially around substance use or other lifestyle shifts.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches fit their goals, needs, and comfort level. That plan can shift as progress is made or as new priorities arise.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, sessions can save time on travel, allow a shorter check-in on a work break, or let someone choose an option that doesn't require being on camera. Licensed professionals can adapt these therapeutic approaches to remote sessions while focusing on practical steps and goal-setting.