- Guilt and shame support
- CBT and client-centered
- Motivational interviewing
About Stephen
Stephen Garlington Sr. is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of experience practicing in Florida. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and focuses on building confidence and motivation. He also addresses communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, loneliness, and self-love.
Stephen uses a conversational, down-to-earth style. He helps people talk through what is happening now and figure out small, practical changes. Sessions are straightforward and focused on what the person wants to change or understand about themselves. He aims to reduce the weight of daily stressors and to improve how people relate to themselves and others.
In sessions he draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the person's lead and make room for their perspective. He uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try new responses. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck about making changes, and Solution-Focused Therapy targets concrete steps that can be tried between sessions.
Stephen encourages short-term goals alongside longer personal work. He supports efforts to repair communication and to regain a sense of direction after separation or loss. People looking to address guilt or shame will find an approach that attends to feelings while exploring practical ways forward.
He practices in Florida and works in English. International clients are accepted. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats to match scheduling needs.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Stephen commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the person's concerns so conversations reflect what matters most to them. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at thoughts and behaviors, helping people spot unhelpful patterns and try different responses to reduce distress.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before, then recommend steps to try. That collaborative process means the approach can shift as a person learns which methods fit best.
The practical benefits of working remotely include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and shortening the time spent traveling. Online work can make it easier to check in between commitments or to use shorter sessions when needed. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking to know what is available and how to schedule sessions that fit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Illinois, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and self-esteem and confidence issues. Additional focus areas include communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, guilt and shame, isolation, and self-love.
How does he approach guilt and shame?
He combines listening with practical steps to understand and respond to those feelings. The work often involves naming thoughts and trying small changes in how a person talks to themselves.
How much experience does he have?
He has 12 years of professional experience working with adults on stress, relationships, motivation, and related concerns.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices in Florida. The credential listed is LCSW.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
International clients are accepted. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Please confirm current session options before booking to match your needs.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the location selected.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the provided workflow.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.