Therapist profile
Elaine Antin, LCSW
Wisconsin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anger and Stress
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, Wisconsin / 980-123
- NPI1649862566
- Experience25 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationWisconsin
About
- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness work
- Client-centered care
About Elaine
Elaine Antin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Wisconsin with 25 years of experience in counseling and psychotherapy. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem struggles, career issues, bipolar disorder, trauma, and life changes. She also addresses aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, codependency, and related concerns.
Elaine's approach is practical and person-focused. She uses client-centered methods and draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Jungian ideas, and Mindfulness Therapy depending on what a person needs. Sessions are conversational and down-to-earth. She helps people learn and practice coping skills rather than relying on labels.
Her background includes work in public and private hospitals and smaller agencies. Over the years she has supported people with a wide range of mental health diagnoses as well as older adults and those with physical disabilities. That experience informs how she reads stress, grief, and chronic conditions in everyday life.
Elaine values the relationship in therapy. She describes that relationship as one that grows trust, honesty, and respect. Humor and straightforward talk both appear in sessions when appropriate. The focus is on practical change and on helping people regain more control over daily life.
People interested in starting are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Elaine accepts international clients and conducts work in English. Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship. Online sessions using this approach still center on what the person wants to work on and on reflective listening to clarify goals.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. In practical terms this means identifying unhelpful thinking patterns, trying small behavioral experiments, and practicing skills between sessions to reduce anger and anxiety.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. This is useful when anger flares or when strong emotions feel overwhelming; DBT offers concrete techniques to pause, calm, and respond differently.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Elaine will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and everyday life. She adjusts tools based on what helps most over time, and reviews progress together so the plan can change if needed.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit into a workday, cut travel time, or make it easier to keep appointments when life is busy. A shorter phone check-in can work when bandwidth is limited, while video sessions allow for face-to-face interaction when preferred. Overall online work aims to make therapy more manageable alongside regular responsibilities.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to anger?
She lists anger among the issues she helps with alongside stress, relationship problems, trauma, and grief. Sessions focus on helping people notice triggers and practice coping skills.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is conversational and practical. She combines client-centered listening with CBT and DBT tools to teach new coping strategies.
How much experience does she have?
Elaine has 25 years of experience working in counseling and psychotherapy in hospitals and smaller agencies.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Wisconsin and practices from that state.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats does she provide?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.