Rev. Ellen Schipul , LPC

Rev. Ellen Schipul is an eclectic, client-focused therapist who brings a broad set of evidence-based resources to each session. She emphasizes attentive listening and intentional dialogue to support clients in self-exploration, pairing practical therapeutic tools with a holistic view of mind, body, and spirit. Rev. Schipul connects thoughts and habits, bodily sensations and feelings, and a person’s spiritual connection in order to help individuals pursue lasting emotional balance.

With over 15 years of clinical experience and 18 years serving as an ordained Interfaith Minister, she combines pastoral counseling and formal therapeutic training to offer a well rounded approach. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor - LPC - which indicates graduate-level training and state licensure to provide counseling. In addition, she is recognized by the IFS Institute as an IFS Informed Therapist, reflecting extensive training in the Internal Family Systems model.

Her practice integrates mindfulness, focusing techniques, cognitive behavioral tools, and mindful parenting strategies alongside pastoral and non-traditional spiritual wisdom drawn from ancient, indigenous, and contemporary teachings. Rev. Schipul works collaboratively with clients to incorporate their own spiritual beliefs into therapy when desired, tailoring interventions to address stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, parenting concerns, mood conditions, ADHD, and caregiver or compassion fatigue challenges.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Rev. Ellen Schipul commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathetic listening and creating a supportive space so clients can explore their own goals and strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and adjust unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy encourages present-moment awareness and practical skills for calming the nervous system, which can help with emotional regulation and coping with grief or trauma.

Choosing the right approach happens collaboratively. Rev. Schipul works with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then blends techniques to find the best fit. The process is flexible and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy lives or limited local options. Rev. Schipul provides care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to access licensed professionals from differing locations and schedules. This flexibility supports continuity of care, makes scheduling easier, and allows therapy to fit into everyday life.