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LCSW Therapists Available in Melbourne

This page lists licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs) who offer online therapy to clients available in Melbourne. Use it if you want therapists who hold an LCSW credential and are authorized to practice across Florida. Compare each clinician’s areas of focus, therapeutic approaches, and population specialties to find a better match for your needs. Remember that a Florida license covers the whole state, so a therapist’s availability to Melbourne clients does not depend on their physical location inside Florida.

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  1. 1. Deliciah Smith-Blanks, LCSW

    5 years in practice · English · Female

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Family · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Mindfulness Therapy

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  2. 2. Dr. & Mrs. Yvette Sabater-Lenk, LCSW

    30 years in practice · English, Spanish · Female

    Compassionate therapy for emotions, behavior, and relationships

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

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  3. 3. Randee-Sue Kramer, LCSW

    30 years in practice · English · Female

    Relationship-focused therapy with practical communication support

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Intimacy-related issues · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Gottman Method

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  4. 4. Paul Zukas, LISW, LCSW

    8 years in practice · English · Male

    Support for stress, grief, and lasting self-confidence

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Coping with life changes

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  5. 5. Alvin Penix, LCSW

    6 years in practice · English · Male

    Support for change, healing, and resilience

    Works with Addictions · Grief · Coping with life changes

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  6. 6. Athina Smalios, LCSW

    20 years in practice · English · Female

    Experienced LCSW guiding trauma recovery and growth

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Anger · Self esteem

    Approaches Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing · Solution-Focused Therapy

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  7. 7. Sharon Ehrlich, LCSW

    20 years in practice · English · Female

    Steady, compassionate support for growth and connection

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Parenting · Self esteem

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Mindfulness Therapy · Solution-Focused Therapy

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  8. 8. Curlene Williams, LCSW

    4 years in practice · English · Female

    Florida LCSW for anxiety and trauma

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Depression · Family

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  9. 9. Dedra McIntosh, LCSW

    3 years in practice · English · Female

    Trauma-informed support for growth and stronger relationships

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Attachment-Based Therapy · Client-Centered Therapy

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  10. 10. Victoria Echeverry Navia, LCSW

    13 years in practice · English, Spanish · Female

    Bilingual LCSW for anxiety, relationships, and life transitions

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Relationship · Family · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

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  11. 11. Brittany Castellanos, LCSW

    6 years in practice · English · Female

    Florida LCSW for stress and relationships

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Self esteem · Career · Depression · Compassion fatigue

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  12. 12. Sara Dabney, LCSW

    5 years in practice · English · Female

    LCSW specializing in trauma and LGBT care

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · LGBT · Trauma and abuse · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  13. 13. Dr. Sabrina Brown, LCSW

    20 years in practice · English · Female

    Compassionate Florida LCSW with 20 years experience

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Grief · Self esteem · Depression

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  14. 14. Dr. Titus Tucker, LICSW, LCSW

    23 years in practice · English · Male

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Addictions · LGBT · Grief · Depression

    Approaches Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) · Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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  15. 15. Abraham Knowles, LCSW

    25 years in practice · English · Male

    Works with Stress, Anxiety · Trauma and abuse · Parenting · Self esteem · Depression

    Approaches Client-Centered Therapy · Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) · Motivational Interviewing

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About clinical social worker therapy for people in Melbourne

Everyone listed on this page holds a licence to practise in Florida and works online. That matters more than it sounds: a licence is issued by the state, not by a city, so a therapist is available to anyone in Florida regardless of how far away they are. Someone in Melbourne can work with a therapist whose books would otherwise be out of reach.

982 therapists match this page, all of whom name clinical social worker among the areas they work with. Fifteen are shown above. The list changes between pages, so it is worth looking at more than one if none of these feels like a fit.

What to compare

  • Credential. LMHC, LCSW and LMFT are different training routes to licensed practice in Florida, all overseen by the Florida Department of Health's Board of Clinical Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy and Mental Health Counseling. None outranks the others; they shape emphasis rather than quality.
  • Years in practice. Shown for every therapist here. More experience is not automatically better, but it is a fair proxy for how much of a given problem someone has seen.
  • What else they work with. A therapist whose other focus areas overlap with your situation is usually a better starting point than one whose listed areas stop at the single thing you searched for.
  • Approach. CBT, psychodynamic, solution-focused and the rest describe how sessions tend to run. If you have tried therapy before and it did not suit you, changing approach is often more useful than changing therapist.
  • Language. Shown where a therapist offers sessions in more than English.

How online sessions work

Sessions run by video or by messaging, arranged through our partner platform rather than booked directly with the therapist. There is no travel and no waiting room, which for most people is the difference between starting and not starting. Pricing is set by the platform and shown before you commit.

Therapy in Melbourne

Melbourne has a population of about 84,678. Local in-person availability varies and waiting lists are common, which is part of why state-wide online practice has grown. Nothing on this page depends on a therapist being near you.

Common questions

What does an LCSW do differently from other mental health providers?

An LCSW is trained in clinical assessment, psychotherapy, and connecting clients with social supports. They often integrate social, environmental, and systemic factors into treatment. If you want help that considers life context, family systems, or community resources in addition to symptom-focused therapy, an LCSW may be a good fit.

How do I know which LCSW specialties to compare for Melbourne-area clients?

Look for specialties that match your concerns, such as trauma, family therapy, substance use, or geriatric care. Also compare stated therapeutic methods like CBT, DBT, or strengths-based approaches, and note populations served—teens, adults, couples, or seniors. These factors help narrow options for clients in Melbourne seeking an LCSW.

Can I work with an LCSW who is licensed elsewhere in Florida while living in Melbourne?

Yes. A Florida license covers the entire state, so therapists licensed in Florida can offer services to clients who are in Melbourne. Confirm that the therapist lists Melbourne as an area they serve online, and check any platform notes about session formats or communication methods before booking.

Other reasons people in Melbourne look for a therapist

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