Linda Russell, LCSW

Licensed in Kentucky · 28 years in practice

Linda Russell is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience helping people facing trauma and abuse.

License and registration

LCSW, Kentucky: 252558 · expires April 2029
NPI: 1376934869 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 28
Languages: English

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About Linda

Linda Russell is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience helping people facing trauma and abuse. She works with clients who struggle with social anxiety, shame, guilt, loneliness, and problems with communication. Her style is calm and direct, aimed at helping people feel heard and less alone.

Linda creates a steady, non-judgmental space where clients can talk through painful memories and current challenges. Sessions focus on practical steps that make daily life easier, such as clearer communication and small habits that build self-respect.

Background and approach

She pays attention to how past experiences affect present choices. Her background includes many years in clinical practice in Kentucky, where she has guided people through recovery from trauma and the quiet work of rebuilding trust in themselves. Linda uses approaches that are grounded in research and adapted to each person’s needs.

She explains options simply so clients can decide what feels right. Conversations often include looking at forgiveness and self-love as ongoing practices rather than single events. She helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and try new ways of relating to others.

The pace is set by the client, with attention to practical coping tools. Many clients come wanting clearer communication, a renewed sense of purpose, or relief from social fears. Linda supports each person in setting realistic goals and tracking small changes over time.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

Practical approaches for online healing

Linda uses evidence-based techniques that focus on what helps day to day. One approach emphasizes grounding and safety first, helping people manage strong emotions and feel steadier in the moment. This is useful for trauma and intense anxiety. Another approach looks at patterns in thoughts and behavior to reduce shame and social fear by testing new ways of communicating and relating to others. This helps with social anxiety, guilt, and improving relationships.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and what feels doable. Together they decide which techniques to try and adjust them as progress is made, keeping the client's pace and preferences in view.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs. Video works well for deeper conversations and reading facial cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Chat and messaging suit quick reflections, written processing, or people who prefer not to be on camera. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, caregiving, and travel.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does she help with?

She helps people heal from trauma and abuse and addresses social anxiety, isolation, communication problems, guilt, shame, forgiveness, life purpose, and self-love.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is calm and direct with a compassionate, non-judgmental approach. Sessions focus on practical steps and steady support.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 28 years of experience working in clinical settings and community care, bringing long-term perspective to recovery and skill building.

What credentials and location are listed?

She is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, licensed in Kentucky.

Which languages are offered in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.

How are fees and subscriptions 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 her?

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