Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Cecil Edwards, LCSW, LICSW
California
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LICSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 71160
- Licensed in Massachusetts
- LICSW, licence 121314
- Licensed in Maine
- LCSW, licence LC17510
- NPI
- 1033609037
- Experience
- 10 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Cecil supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Career and workplace
About Cecil
Cecil Edwards is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) with ten years of post-licensure experience. He practices in California and focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family issues, anger, and career-related problems. Sessions are conducted in English and he accepts international clients.
He began his social work career in 2011 and brings a prior career as a military chaplain to his clinical work. That background shapes how he talks about values, meaning, and coping under pressure. He often addresses attachment concerns, abandonment, and feelings of isolation and loneliness alongside everyday problems like workplace stress and communication breakdowns.
In sessions he works through concrete problems such as communication problems, control issues, and workplace challenges. He also helps people process intense emotions like guilt, shame, and anger. For mood disorders and post-traumatic stress he focuses on practical steps clients can use between sessions.
Cecil includes discussions of life purpose and forgiveness when those issues matter to a client. He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts his approach to each person’s situation. He does not claim guaranteed outcomes but outlines realistic steps and goals with each client.
To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The practice uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; costs vary with location. Confirm current session options before booking.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based methods translate to online work
Many clinicians draw on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, mood challenges, and relationship problems. For example, approaches that focus on managing symptoms teach concrete strategies to reduce worry and improve daily functioning, which can help with stress, social anxiety, and mood changes. Approaches that address attachment and communication concentrate on recognizing patterns in relationships and trying new ways of interacting to reduce conflict and loneliness.Choosing the right method is part of the work. The therapist will discuss different options with the client and decide together which approach fits the person’s goals, needs, and preferences. That collaborative planning can include trying a method for a few sessions and adjusting based on how it’s going.
Practical benefits of online sessions include fitting appointments around work and family routines and reducing travel time. Because specific session formats were not listed in the biography, confirm the available session types before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule brief check-ins, handle workplace-related concerns during a lunch break, or participate when relocation or international arrangements are a factor.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
California, Massachusetts, Maine
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family issues, anger, and career difficulties. Additional focuses include attachment and abandonment, isolation, and workplace problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic approach?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical, concrete steps clients can use between sessions. He adjusts methods to fit a person's goals and daily life.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has ten years of experience in clinical social work since initial licensure and began in the field in 2011.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He holds the LCSW and LICSW credentials and is licensed in California as stated in his profile.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
Yes, he accepts international clients as noted in the profile.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies depending on location and the practice uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the booking process.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers