Mindy Battles , LISW

Mindy Battles is an independently licensed social worker in Ohio who brings a practical, compassionate approach to a range of life challenges. She holds the LISW credential - Licensed Independent Social Worker - and has ten years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, grief and major life transitions. She has particular experience working with older adults and with concerns that often accompany aging, such as caregiver stress, end-of-life and hospice-related issues, dementia and Alzheimer disease.

Mindy works with people facing trauma, abuse, panic disorder and obsessive-compulsive symptoms, as well as those coping with social isolation and loss. She emphasizes respect, sensitivity and empathy, and strives to meet each person where they are in the course of their life. Her style is warm and easygoing, focused on creating an interaction that feels comfortable and collaborative.

Her clinical approach is grounded in person-centered values and draws on solution-focused methods, mindfulness practices, cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy. Mindy adapts conversations and techniques to fit an individual’s needs, and she prioritizes ensuring that people are comfortable and in agreement with their treatment plan.

Seeking support can require courage, and Mindy aims to empower and guide people who are ready to make changes. She emphasizes practical tools, thoughtful listening and collaborative planning to help people navigate difficult moments and move toward their goals.