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Angela "Angie" Lester, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Georgia

Practical support for addiction and mood challenges

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Angela "Angie" Lester

Profile checklist

  • CredentialsLCSW, CSW
  • License listedLCSW, Georgia (no. CSW007600)
  • NPI number1255977252
  • Experience7 years listed
  • LanguageEnglish
  • Main areas of focusStress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder
  • Approaches includeAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • FormatOnline sessions through BetterHelp

Details as listed on the therapist’s BetterHelp profile.

  • Direct and focused
  • Values based
  • Skills oriented

About Angela

Angela "Angie" Lester is a Georgia-licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing addiction, depression, anxiety, and related concerns. She keeps sessions straightforward and focused so clients can work toward clear next steps. Angie aims to create a respectful, compassionate space for people to talk through what’s overwhelming them and find practical ways to cope.

With seven years in mental health, Angie has experience with mood disorders, personality issues, trauma and abuse, and grief. She also supports people navigating relationship strain, parenting stress, career changes, and challenges tied to veteran or first responder experiences. Her background includes work with self-esteem, panic, ADHD, and compassion fatigue concerns.

Her style is direct and solution-focused. Angie personalizes each plan to match the person in front of her, combining methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, mindfulness, and acceptance-based work. Sessions include concrete skills, behavioral experiments, and values-based goals to help people make steady progress.

People can expect a practical, collaborative process. Angie listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and then introduces small, manageable changes to test. She also addresses trauma-related symptoms using focused approaches that aim to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

Angela Lester holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and CSW, Clinical Social Worker. She practices in Georgia and conducts sessions in English. To begin, users complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

Approaches that guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people clarify their values and take action toward what matters, even when uncomfortable feelings are present. It focuses on building meaningful goals and practical steps to move forward.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy examines the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and many mood concerns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete coping skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal communication. These strategies often help when strong emotions or relationship conflicts get in the way of daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time based on what is helpful and what isn’t, so therapy stays practical and responsive.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking since they are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It also supports using digital worksheets, in-the-moment skill practice, and real-world behavioral experiments between meetings.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameInfidelityJealousyMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSexualityTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

She helps people with addictions, depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and a range of mood and personality concerns. Additional areas include relationship and family problems, grief, parenting stress, and first responder or veteran issues.

What is the therapeutic style like?

The approach is direct and solution-focused, emphasizing practical skills and small behavioral steps. Sessions mix acceptance, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral, and dialectical strategies to match what a person needs.

How much experience does the therapist have?

She has seven years of experience working in mental health settings with a variety of concerns including trauma, mood disorders, and anxiety.

What are the therapist's credentials and location?

The therapist holds LCSW and CSW credentials and is licensed in Georgia. She practices within that state.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

Session formats are not specified in the profile. Please confirm the current session options before booking.

How does payment and cost work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started with therapy?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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