Betsy Dechant

Betsy Dechant is a highly experienced clinical social worker and psychotherapist, having been in full-time practice since 1969. Her career spans both hospital and agency psychiatric settings, where she has served not only as a clinician but also as a supervisor and administrator for over 15 years, alongside her private practice. Betsy has contributed significantly to the mental health field by providing numerous national and regional training seminars and workshops focusing on women's issues, treatments for the chronically mentally ill, and innovative group psychotherapy modalities. With an eclectic therapeutic style, she fosters a flexible and collaborative therapeutic partnership, carefully tailored to meet the unique needs, goals, and personal context of each individual. Acknowledging that every person requires a supportive and compassionate relationship to explore meaningful changes, Betsy helps clients integrate the synergy of mind, body, and spirit while addressing the patterns in relationships and behaviors that hinder personal growth. Her approach emphasizes understanding and offers an impartial sounding board, empowering clients to gain insight and develop practical solutions that enable them to break free from old patterns and construct a new framework for their lives.