Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Elmer Higgins, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW19669
- NPI
- 1053060806
- Experience
- 7 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Elmer 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 support
- Trauma informed
About Elmer
Elmer Higgins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with seven years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strains, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and problems with self-esteem.
Elmer helps people who struggle with communication problems, guilt and shame, and isolation or loneliness. She also focuses on forgiveness, clarifying life purpose, and building self-love. Sessions are practical and aimed at changing day-to-day patterns that cause pain.
Her trauma-informed approach means she pays attention to how past harm shows up now. Elmer uses straightforward conversations to identify what is getting in the way and to find manageable changes. She respects clients' cultural backgrounds and spiritual beliefs and will include those elements when the client wants to.
Elmer describes her style as collaborative and person-centered. She listens for what matters most and helps people set small, realistic goals. Work may involve practicing new communication skills, challenging unhelpful self-talk, or setting boundaries that protect emotional energy.
People who choose Elmer can expect direct, plainspoken guidance and an emphasis on practical steps. She balances understanding with concrete strategies so clients can regain steadier footing in daily life.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques mean using methods that focus on change and coping. One common approach is trauma-informed care, which looks at how past harm affects current reactions and helps people build calmer responses. This approach is useful for people dealing with abuse, ongoing stress, or strong emotional reactions.Another useful method emphasizes improving communication and managing anxiety. That typically involves practicing specific skills in session, like clearer ways to express needs, and then trying those skills between meetings to see what changes. These techniques target relationship strain, isolation, and day-to-day anxiety symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and together decide which techniques to try. This is a collaborative process that can be adjusted over time based on what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find virtual sessions easier to fit into work, family, and school schedules. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow quicker check-ins during a busy week, and make it simpler to match therapy to daily routines.
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Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflict, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues. Additional focus areas include communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation, life purpose, and self-love.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and person-centered. She focuses on straightforward conversation and practical steps to address daily problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of clinical experience working with people facing stress, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers