Elissa Olson , LIMHP, LMHP

Elissa Olson is a licensed mental health professional practicing in Nebraska with 17 years of experience treating chronic and pervasive mental health and substance use disorders. Holding the credentials LIMHP and LMHP - which denote Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner and Licensed Mental Health Practitioner respectively - she brings extensive clinical training to both inpatient and outpatient settings.

She has worked with people across a wide range of religious backgrounds, ages, races, cultures, genders, and sexual orientations, and approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Elissa adapts conversations and treatment plans to reflect each individual’s circumstances and goals, tailoring interventions to meet specific needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.

Recognizing that seeking change takes courage, she focuses on supporting and empowering people as they pursue a more fulfilling and happier life. Elissa emphasizes collaborative care, helping clients take the first steps toward meaningful improvement while providing steady clinical guidance along the way.

Approaches, Collaboration, and Online Care

Elissa Olson integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) into her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead, helping people clarify values and make choices that fit their life. CBT offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and many day-to-day challenges.

She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) strategies when appropriate, teaching skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness for those who struggle with intense emotions or relationship conflicts. Selecting the right approach is part of the therapeutic process - Elissa Olson collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Elissa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for busy schedules, mobility limitations, or those who prefer remote care. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of support while fitting therapy into everyday life.