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Jonathan Nelson III

Jonathan Nelson III, LCSW

Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Addiction

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Florida
LCSW, licence SW12912
NPI
1629550744
Experience
12 years
Languages
English
Location
Florida

These details come from information Jonathan 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

  • ACT methods
  • CBT tools
  • Motivational interviewing

About Jonathan

Jonathan Nelson III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 12 years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strains, grief, trauma, parenting concerns, sleep and eating problems, and work or career challenges. He writes plainly about the difficulty of asking for help and invites people to take a first practical step toward change.

He understands how common it is to hide pain or keep going on autopilot. In sessions he encourages people to notice what they are avoiding and to make concrete decisions about what to change. He frames that decision as the first action toward lasting shifts in behavior and mood.

Jonathan draws on several practical approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Client-Centered Therapy. He also uses Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques when they fit a person's goals. These methods are used to address things like addiction, anger, commitment issues, and problems with communication.

His background includes clinical administration, supervision, mentoring, and direct psychotherapy in nonprofit settings, correctional facilities, private practice, and work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. That mix gives him experience with both short-term coaching-style work and longer-term therapeutic concerns.

People who reach out can expect direct, practical conversations about what’s getting in the way of change. He focuses on clear steps, active coping strategies, and improving daily functioning rather than abstract theory.

BHow sessions work

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. Online sessions using ACT can support decisions about relationships, addiction recovery, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying thinking patterns that fuel anxiety or depression and practicing new behaviors. It is useful for sleep and eating issues, anger, and managing stress through concrete exercises. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes the person’s own goals and pacing; online conversations follow the client’s lead and explore what matters most to them.

Choosing an approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to match methods to the problem, goals, and personal preferences. That may mean using brief solution-focused steps at first, then shifting to ACT or CBT techniques as needed. The plan is reviewed and adjusted together as progress or new challenges emerge.

Session formats are not listed in the provided biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into busy days, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or avoid travel time. Online work can make it easier to use practical tools between meetings and carry new skills into everyday life.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma, grief, parenting and career concerns among others.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

He uses practical, straightforward approaches drawing on ACT, CBT, client-centered methods, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 12 years of experience in clinical and service roles including direct psychotherapy and clinical supervision.

Is he a licensed clinician in Florida?

Yes. He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions arranged and what does it cost?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Choose 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

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