Ellen Thornton-Love, LCSW

Ellen Thornton-Love is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Oregon with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, work through trauma and abuse, cope with grief and loss, and navigate parenting challenges. Ellen approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating a space where concerns can be explored without judgment.

Her work is collaborative and individualized - she tailors conversation and treatment plans to align with each client's circumstances and goals. She recognizes that seeking change takes courage and offers steady support throughout the process. Whether someone is facing a difficult transition, processing loss, or seeking better ways to manage daily stress, Ellen aims to help clients find practical strategies and renewed hope as they move toward a more fulfilling life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Ellen Thornton-Love uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life. ACT emphasizes mindfulness, acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings, and practical steps that align with what matters most to the individual, which can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and persistent life challenges.

She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the client's experience and relies on empathy, genuine presence, and nonjudgmental listening to support personal growth. This approach can be especially useful for people seeking a compassionate space to explore emotions related to trauma, grief, or relationship struggles.

Additionally, Ellen integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques when helpful to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical coping skills for mood concerns, anxiety, and everyday stress. Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process, and Ellen works collaboratively with clients to find interventions that match their needs, goals, and preferences.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and continuity of care. These formats make it easier to access therapy from home, balance caregiving or work responsibilities, and maintain consistent support during life transitions.