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Swiyah Whittington

Therapist · Delaware

Licensed Professional Counselor-MH - Relationships and Anxiety

Swiyah Whittington
Credentials
LPC-MH
License
LPC-MH, Delaware · PC-0011684
NPI
1649801291
Experience
3 years
Languages
English
Location
Delaware
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Attachment-based work

About Swiyah

Swiyah Whittington is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (LPC-MH) practicing in Delaware with three years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Swiyah also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment concerns, body image, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication problems, dissociation, and feelings of isolation.

Her earlier career includes 15 years in the broader mental health field, which she draws on when meeting new clients. Sessions tend to be straightforward conversations where clients name what is most troubling and they plan small steps forward. She uses approaches like Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based work, Client-Centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide those steps.

In practice she pays attention to both feelings and everyday habits. That means noticing patterns in relationships and in self-talk, then working on concrete changes. She helps people identify emotional triggers and try new ways of responding that feel manageable.

Swiyah describes the first session as a chance to say what brought someone in and to set goals together. Later sessions focus on practicing new skills, testing what works, and adjusting the plan as needed. The emphasis is on clear, practical work rather than long explanations.

Sessions are conducted in English and are offered from Delaware. Before booking, clients should confirm current session formats and scheduling options that best fit their needs.

How her approaches fit with online work

Emotionally-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying and naming emotions that shape relationship patterns and personal reactions. In brief sessions this often means noticing what people are feeling in the moment and practicing different emotional responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then choose actions that match their values. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationship patterns affect current connections and communication.

Finding the best approach is part of the work. She collaborates with each person to decide which methods to emphasize based on goals, preferences, and what feels most useful. That collaboration can include trying one approach for a few sessions and adjusting as needed.

The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. Online work can make it easier to keep appointments around work or caregiving obligations and to check in with shorter sessions when needed. Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options and scheduling choices before booking to ensure they match your routine and needs.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issues

Experience

3+ years

Listed in

Delaware

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression, plus related topics such as abandonment, body image, chronic illness, and isolation.

What therapeutic style does she use?

She uses Emotionally-Focused Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based approaches, Client-Centered methods, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional clinical experience as an LPC-MH and draws on a prior 15-year background in the mental health field.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health (LPC-MH) licensed in Delaware and practices from that state.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin if I want to schedule?

Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.

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