Steven Carlson, LCSW
Florida LCSW with 40 years experience
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship and family
- Trauma and grief
About Steven Carlson
Steven Carlson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with 40 years of clinical experience. He has worked with people of all ages across Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Oklahoma, and now Florida, addressing a wide range of concerns from depression and anxiety to relationship and family problems, trauma and abuse, grief, and intimacy-related issues.
Throughout his career he has also supported individuals facing parenting challenges, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger and self-esteem concerns, as well as conditions such as OCD, ADHD, and specific phobias. His practice includes work with caregivers, aging and geriatric issues, and those coping with loss, abandonment, or feelings of emptiness.
Steven's therapeutic style is warm and interactive. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels while focusing on practical growth. He emphasizes building perseverance, increasing flexibility, and strengthening self-worth through evidence-based social work methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), supportive therapies, and problem-solving strategies. Treatment is individualized so that dialog and plans align with each person's unique needs and goals.
Steven encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling life to take the first step. He offers supportive guidance and empowerment as clients work toward meaningful change.
Throughout his career he has also supported individuals facing parenting challenges, eating and sleeping difficulties, anger and self-esteem concerns, as well as conditions such as OCD, ADHD, and specific phobias. His practice includes work with caregivers, aging and geriatric issues, and those coping with loss, abandonment, or feelings of emptiness.
Steven's therapeutic style is warm and interactive. He approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, avoiding stigmatizing labels while focusing on practical growth. He emphasizes building perseverance, increasing flexibility, and strengthening self-worth through evidence-based social work methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), supportive therapies, and problem-solving strategies. Treatment is individualized so that dialog and plans align with each person's unique needs and goals.
Steven encourages those ready to pursue a more fulfilling life to take the first step. He offers supportive guidance and empowerment as clients work toward meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
GriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteem
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityCancerCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Steven Carlson have?
Steven Carlson has 40 years of experience.
Is Steven Carlson a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW. License details: FL LCSW SW18269.
In which languages does Steven Carlson provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Steven Carlson located?
He is located in Florida.
How can I work with Steven Carlson as my therapist?
You can work with Steven Carlson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Steven Carlson work with international clients?
Steven Carlson does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Steven Carlson cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Steven Carlson draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to guide online work in straightforward, practical ways. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathic listening and collaboration so individuals feel heard and supported while exploring personal goals and values. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be especially useful for anxiety, depression, and sleep or eating concerns. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps partners and family members understand and shift patterns of interaction to improve closeness and resolve relationship distress.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Steven works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, on the phone, via live chat, or through text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations while preserving the therapeutic relationship and effectiveness.