Ellie Choate, LCSW(She/Her/Hers)

Ellie Choate is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who specializes in helping women navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity, confidence, and self-understanding. She works with adult women (18+) who may be experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, life transitions, family challenges, or feelings of being overwhelmed by the demands of everyday life. Her goal is to create a supportive environment where clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and empowered to move forward with confidence.

Ellie believes that meaningful growth begins within a safe therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and compassion. She takes a collaborative and solution-focused approach to counseling, meeting clients where they are while helping them identify practical tools and strategies to create lasting change. Whether someone is working through a specific challenge, processing difficult emotions, or seeking personal growth, she strives to help clients gain insight, build resilience, and develop healthier patterns that support long-term well-being.

A particular area of interest in Ellie’s work is helping clients better understand family dynamics and the impact relationships have on emotional health. She enjoys helping individuals recognize recurring patterns, improve communication, establish healthy boundaries, and navigate complex interpersonal situations. Her approach balances practical guidance with thoughtful reflection, creating space for both meaningful healing and forward momentum.

As a Master’s-level clinician, Ellie is committed to making therapy approachable, supportive, and free from judgment. She offers both in-person and virtual therapy sessions, providing flexibility for clients throughout Florida. Her office is conveniently located at 115 Hillcrest Street in Lakeland, Florida, and she is currently accepting new clients. To help individuals determine if she is the right fit, Ellie also offers a complimentary 15-minute consultation call to discuss questions, goals, and next steps.