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Jill Ertel

Compassionate, practical care for life's challenges

LCSW Indiana

Experience
11 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Anger
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Jill

Jill Ertel is an Indiana-licensed clinical social worker with more than 11 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, anger, and self-esteem concerns. She brings a respectful, compassionate stance to her work and adapts conversations and care plans to address each person’s distinct needs.

Background and approach

Jill emphasizes practical strategies and collaborative planning to help clients build confidence and find clearer direction during life transitions. Her approach balances structured techniques with warm, client-centered listening.

Jill uses cognitive behavioral ideas alongside solution-focused and client-centered methods to help clients identify unhelpful patterns, set achievable goals, and practice new skills. She also offers focused support for issues such as workplace challenges, caregiver stress, body image, codependency, and mood concerns.

Jill encourages taking the first step toward change and works alongside clients to tailor a plan that fits their circumstances and priorities.

Approaches That Guide Online Work

Jill commonly draws on cognitive behavioral methods and client-centered therapy when working with clients online. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through practical exercises and skill practice, which can be useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and stress management. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so clients feel heard and can explore goals at their own pace, supporting work on self-esteem, relationship patterns, and life purpose.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Jill engages clients in conversation about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before, and she adapts techniques over time to find the best fit for each person’s unique situation.

Online therapy offers flexibility through multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain momentum between sessions, and access support from various locations. The combination of structured methods and accessible formats helps translate practical strategies into everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jill address?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, anger, self-esteem, career and relationship difficulties, parenting and family issues, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and related areas such as body image and workplace problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style combines client-centered listening with practical, skills-based techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches to help clients set goals and practice change.
How much experience does she have?
Jill has 11 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including mood difficulties, addiction, and stress-related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Indiana with license number IN LCSW 34006787A.
Does she offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only and she is not currently accepting international clients.
Which session formats are available?
Clients can meet through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preference and availability.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; therapy is provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficulties

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Body imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English