Dora Von Wald , LICSW

Dora Von Wald, LICSW (Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker), is licensed in Minnesota (MN LICSW 30943) and brings three years of professional experience to her practice. She focuses on helping people navigate stress and anxiety, relationship concerns, motivation and confidence challenges, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and recovery from traumatic experiences. She also enjoys working with Neurodivergences and attends to the whole person when developing treatment strategies.

Dora prioritizes a trusting, collaborative therapeutic relationship and uses evidence-based approaches to support clients in creating the life they want to lead. She considers multiple aspects of well-being - physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and relational - when tailoring care and emphasizes clients' existing strengths as the foundation for change. Seeking help is framed as a courageous step, and she aims to empower and support people as they take those next steps toward greater fulfillment.

Outside of her clinical work, Dora values laughter with friends and family, enjoys well-written memoirs and novels, explores crafting and various art mediums, creates calm and cozy environments, and appreciates really good food.

Approaches for Online Therapy and Support

Dora integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Attachment-Based principles into her online practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, clarifying personal values, and taking meaningful actions - an approach that can be helpful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in relationships and early bonds to understand how they show up today, which can support work on relationship concerns, self-esteem, and healing from relational trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dora collaborates with each person to determine which strategies fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods based on what resonates with the individual and prioritizes a supportive, goal-oriented plan developed together.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people juggling work, family, or other commitments. These options make it easier to connect from different locations and can help maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change, while still allowing licensed professionals to guide meaningful therapeutic work.