CBTTherapistsUSA

The therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp and we will earn a commission if you use our link - at no cost to you.

ES Portrait of Eli Selkin

Eli Selkin

Compassionate CBT-informed care for life transitions

LCSW California

Experience
18 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Bipolar
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
Continue with Eli

About Eli

Eli Selkin is a licensed clinical social worker who centers Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside other evidence-informed approaches to help people reduce distress and build practical coping skills.

Background and approach

With 18 years of experience, Eli draws on CBT and complementary modalities to address concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar mood challenges, grief, and compassion fatigue while adapting interventions to each person’s situation. They emphasize respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care, shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit individual needs and goals.

Eli also brings experience working with issues related to addiction, career transitions, and major life changes, as well as specific areas like adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric concerns, avoidant personality patterns, hoarding, hospice and end-of-life counseling, personality disorders, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and young adult issues.

Based in California and licensed as an LCSW, Eli provides support in English and is open to international clients. Their practice balances practical skill-building with thoughtful exploration, aiming to support clients through difficult moments toward more manageable, meaningful daily life.

Therapeutic approaches and flexible online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching practical skills to change them; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life changes. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that matter, which can be useful for grief, burnout, and long-standing emotional challenges. Motivational Interviewing complements these approaches by helping people explore ambivalence and strengthen their motivation for change, particularly around addictions or difficult behavioral shifts.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work, and Eli collaborates with each client to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process may combine skill-building, values clarification, and exploration of life patterns to create a tailored plan.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide scheduling flexibility and easier access from different locations. These options make it possible to engage in ongoing treatment while accommodating work, family, or geographic constraints, and to use formats that suit a client’s communication style.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Eli address?
Eli works with issues including stress, anxiety, grief, bipolar disorder, depression, compassion fatigue, addictions, career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, geriatric issues, avoidant personality patterns, hoarding, hospice and end-of-life counseling, personality disorders, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and young adult issues.
What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?
The practice uses a mix of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Psychodynamic Therapy. These methods are blended to match each client’s needs and treatment goals.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Eli has 18 years of professional work experience providing mental health support across a range of concerns and settings. That background informs a pragmatic and compassionate approach to care.
What are the therapist's credentials and location?
Eli is a licensed clinical social worker with the credential CA LCSW 27109 and practices from California. The LCSW credential reflects clinical training and licensure in social work.
Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?
Yes, Eli accepts international clients and provides services to people outside the United States while working from California. Sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences and schedules.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing depends on the subscriber’s plan and scheduling choices.
What steps should I take to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability. This matching process connects you to Eli based on your needs and preferences.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAvoidant personalityHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English