Cicely Betts

Cicely Betts is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people navigate relationship struggles, eating and food-related issues, trauma, anxiety, and life transitions. She speaks plainly and directly in sessions, aiming to make therapy approachable and practical for busy lives.

She uses a mix of therapies to match each person's needs rather than a one-size-fits-all plan. Sessions focus on clear goals, improving communication, and building self-awareness so clients can make changes that matter. Cicely emphasizes collaboration and treats clients as the experts on their own lives.

Her background includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work and a Bachelor of Arts in Business Management from Dillard University. She brings eight years of clinical experience in Texas to her practice and draws on multiple evidence-informed approaches when working with clients.

Cicely's style is honest and direct, balanced with compassion and a bit of humor. She helps people strengthen boundaries, manage stress, and untangle difficult patterns like codependency, control issues, or shame. Practical tools and clear steps are part of her work in the room.

Away from clinical work she prioritizes balance and creativity. She spends time with family and friends, enjoys solitary recharging, and pursues drawing, writing, and designing organizational tools. That blend of professional focus and everyday life informs how she supports people in making sustainable change.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take steps toward what matters in their life. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and struggles with behavior or motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and changing behavior through practical exercises and skill building, which can help with mood, stress, and coping strategies. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and follows the client's lead to build insight and self-direction.

Finding the right approach usually happens together. Cicely will work collaboratively to match methods to a person’s goals, preferences, and day-to-day needs, and she may blend elements from different approaches as progress unfolds.

If you are considering online therapy, check the current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work often makes it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and reduces travel time. It can also make certain exercises and homework more convenient to complete between sessions. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to work well at a distance, and the therapist will help decide whether a particular mode of meeting fits your routine and therapeutic goals.