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Seán Harrington

Seán Harrington

LCSW

California

Experienced LCSW helping people take practical steps

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, California / 88213
Experience
26 years
Languages
English
Location
California

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    • Motivation-focused
    • Goal oriented
    • Plainspoken care

    About Seán

    Seán Harrington is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He also supports those facing family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, addictions, grief, and career or workplace problems. Seán speaks plainly and aims to make beginning therapy feel less intimidating for someone who is worried or overwhelmed.

    In sessions he focuses on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through. He uses clear, practical approaches to help people set goals and take steps that fit their life. Motivational Interviewing is part of his work when someone wants help finding motivation for change.

    He blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with solution-focused strategies to address specific problems and patterns that keep difficulties going. This combination helps people notice unhelpful thinking, try small behavior changes, and track what works. Seán also brings a long background supporting people with caregiver stress, adoption and foster care concerns, and first responder issues.

    Seán is licensed in California as an LCSW. He offers sessions in English and does not take international clients. If you prefer straightforward language and practical steps, he may be a good fit to help you move forward.

  2. How his approaches translate to online therapy

    Seán uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find and strengthen their own reasons for change, often by listening for values and goals and reflecting them back. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce symptoms like anxiety or low mood. Solution-Focused Therapy looks for what is already working and builds short, practical steps toward a clearer goal.

    Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. He will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest methods to try. Together they check what helps and adapt the plan as needed so the work fits the person's life.

    Session formats are not detailed in the original biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make sessions easier to fit into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find remote sessions let them maintain continuity of care through life changes while focusing on concrete steps and problem solving.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

    Also works with

    AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

    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

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Seán help with?

    He works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and family problems, addictions, grief, intimacy issues, career and workplace concerns, ADHD, and related areas.

    What is his therapy style like?

    Sessions are direct and practical with an emphasis on an open, nonjudgmental conversation. He helps people set achievable goals and try small steps between sessions.

    How much experience does he have?

    He has 26 years of professional experience working in behavioral health and social work settings.

    What are his credentials and where is he based?

    He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in California.

    Which languages are offered for therapy?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

    He is not currently accepting international clients.

    How does cost and payment work?

    Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with him?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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