Victoria Hopkins

Calm guidance for recovery and change

LISW Ohio

Experience: 20 years in practice
Focus areas: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Victoria

Victoria Hopkins is an Ohio-based licensed independent social worker (LISW) with two decades of experience in mental health and substance use treatment. She earned a master’s degree in social work and has worked extensively with people facing addiction, trauma, mood disorders, stress, and career or relationship challenges.

Background and approach

Her background includes clinical work with veterans affected by homelessness related to untreated substance use and PTSD, and she draws on that experience when addressing complex life stressors and recovery needs.

Her practice blends practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with client-centered and trauma-focused perspectives, along with motivational interviewing when supporting change related to substance use. Victoria emphasizes asking what happened rather than what’s wrong, which helps create space for clients to tell their stories and for her to tailor interventions to each person’s situation.

Compassion and a straightforward collaborative style are central to her work, and she aims to help clients regain enjoyment and forward momentum in their lives.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Victoria commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and trauma-focused work into her online practice. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and developing practical strategies to change them, which can help with anxiety, depression, and patterns related to substance use. Trauma-focused therapy centers on understanding the impact of traumatic events and using structured techniques to process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing effects.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She works with each client to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then adapts methods over time so the work remains relevant and effective for the person in front of her. This planning happens together, with adjustments made as progress and priorities evolve.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or mobility limits. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care from different locations while still engaging in evidence-informed therapy and supportive coaching.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with a wide range of issues including addictions, trauma and abuse, self esteem, stress and anxiety, grief, anger, career concerns, bipolar and depression, and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her approach mixes client-centered listening with practical techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and motivational interviewing to support behavior change and coping.

How much clinical experience does she bring?

She has 20 years of experience in mental health and substance abuse treatment, including a decade working with veterans impacted by chronic homelessness and PTSD.

What credentials and location should I know?

She holds the LISW credential and practices in Ohio; her license details are OH LISW I.1101503-SUPV.

Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?

She is not currently accepting international clients and provides services to those located within her licensed region.

Which session formats are available?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How are fees and subscriptions handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What should I do to begin therapy with her?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Coping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

Ohio

Languages

English