- ACT methods
- CBT techniques
- Solution focused
About Sean
Sean McDermott is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 014319) with 26 years of professional experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He also focuses on forgiveness, guilt and shame, loneliness, mood disorders, panic, and social anxiety. Sean writes plainly and aims to help people notice what is getting in the way and what can help them move forward.
He treats people as the experts on their own lives and looks for practical strengths to build on. Sessions are conversational and results-focused. Techniques draw on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to break down problems into manageable steps.
Sean pays attention to how guilt or shame show up in everyday life. He helps people name those feelings, notice the actions they prompt, and consider options other than avoidance or self-blame. Work in sessions tends to be direct and pragmatic, with skill practice between meetings when that fits.
Clients who come for anxiety, panic, or mood concerns get tools for managing symptoms and testing new behaviors. Those focused on relationships or anger learn ways to communicate and set boundaries that feel more effective. For forgiveness work he helps people clarify what forgiving means for them and what small changes signal progress.
Sessions start with a clear focus on what matters most to the client. Sean helps set short-term goals and checks in regularly to see what’s helping. To begin, people complete a short questionnaire and schedule a first meeting.
Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It focuses on values and small actions that move someone toward what matters in life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. Solution-Focused Therapy centers on practical steps and short-term goals to build momentum and clarify what is already working.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and current challenges and help decide which methods to try first. Sessions can mix elements of ACT, CBT, and solution-focused work based on what fits the person's needs and what shows progress.
Confirm the available session formats before booking so you know how meetings will be held. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as having a shorter check-in during a break or avoiding travel time. It also lets people practice skills between meetings in their usual environment. Licensed professionals can adjust pacing and homework to suit a client's schedule and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem challenges, and depression. He also focuses on guilt and shame, loneliness, mood disorders, panic, and social anxiety.
How would he approach feelings of guilt or shame?
He helps people name those feelings, notice how they affect behavior, and practice alternative responses. The work is practical and aims to reduce avoidance and self-blame.
What is his background and experience?
He is a New York psychologist with 26 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, and relationship concerns.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is listed as NY Psychologist 014319 and practices in New York.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and he does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered for appointments.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.