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Entry 180907California / United States

Seán Harrington

Seán Harrington, LCSW

California 26 years in practice

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LCSW - family and trauma focused

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  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

About Seán

LCSW in California with 26 years of experience, Seán Harrington helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and parenting and family concerns. He also works with issues around addictions, grief, intimacy, career strain, ADHD, and compassion fatigue. Sessions focus on practical steps and problem-solving rather than only talking about feelings. Seán uses cognitive and goal-oriented methods to help clients move forward.

In sessions he uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. He applies Motivational Interviewing to clarify what someone really wants to change and to strengthen their own reasons for doing so. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify small, concrete steps that can show progress quickly.

Seán tends to keep sessions focused and action-oriented. He and the person in therapy set clear goals and check progress regularly. Conversations are straightforward and aim to produce usable coping tools for day-to-day life.

Across his career he has worked with a broad range of concerns connected to family of origin, adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and workplace problems. He also addresses struggles like guilt, shame, infidelity, loneliness, and issues faced by young adults and men.

People can expect a clinician who emphasizes evidence-based approaches and practical strategies. To begin, the site’s matching and scheduling process is used to arrange an initial session and clarify next steps.

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How his approaches translate to online work

Seán commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and replace them with more effective responses; this approach often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support readiness for change by clarifying personal goals and resolving mixed feelings. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify small, concrete steps that can create momentum and visible progress. Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. He will review goals and preferences and recommend techniques that fit the person’s situation. The process is collaborative and adjusted as progress and needs become clearer. Confirm the session formats available before booking, since specific delivery methods are not specified here. Many people value online sessions because they can fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, or make shorter check-ins easier to schedule. Online work can support regular skill practice and focused sessions that slot into work, caregiving, or other commitments without requiring major schedule changes.

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Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also works with

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

26+ years

Listed in

California

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with?

He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and family issues, addictions, grief, intimacy difficulties, ADHD, and workplace and career challenges.

What is his therapeutic style?

Sessions are practical and goal-focused, with an emphasis on identifying patterns, setting clear goals, and using skills that can be applied between sessions.

How much experience does he have?

He has 26 years of professional experience working with a wide range of client concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is an LCSW licensed in California and practices from that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English only.

Does he work with international clients?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin the process?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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