Lindsay DeMarlie , LCSW, LISW

Lindsay DeMarlie offers calm, practical support for people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and issues tied to identity and relationships. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - and a Licensed Independent Social Worker - LISW, and she practices in Iowa. Lindsay writes in a straightforward way and focuses on what each person needs in the moment.

She listens first and helps people set clear, realistic goals. Sessions are collaborative and grounded in everyday steps that can fit into a busy life. Lindsay draws on tools from cognitive behavioral approaches, acceptance and commitment work, dialectical behavior ideas, and mindfulness to help people manage strong emotions and change patterns that get in the way.

Many people come with trauma histories, including childhood abuse, sexual assault, or domestic violence, and Lindsay has years of experience addressing those experiences in therapy. She also supports people dealing with addiction, mood disorders such as bipolar, and struggles with self-esteem or body image. She helps parents and caregivers handle stress and ongoing care demands.

Her style is warm and nonjudgmental. Clients often work on skills for emotion regulation, clearer communication, and healthier boundaries. Sessions can include short experiments, thought work, and mindfulness practices to reduce reactivity and increase choice.

Lindsay has worked in community mental health for a decade. She combines practical strategies with attention to each person’s story. People who want direct, compassionate help to manage symptoms and build daily routines may find her approach useful.

How evidence-based methods work in online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then take steps that fit their values. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and struggles with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing them with real-life experiments to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It often helps with worry, low mood, and behavior change. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication when relationships are strained.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped in the past. Together they will try strategies and adjust the plan so it fits the client’s life and needs.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule. Video allows for face-to-face conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions are helpful when bandwidth is limited or a simpler check-in is needed. Text and chat work well for short reflections, quick coping reminders, or when messaging fits better into a day. These options increase flexibility and make it practical to keep therapy consistent over time.