Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Kathleen Nealon, LCSW
Florida
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Trauma and Life Changes
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW16311
- NPI
- 1972160679
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English, Haitian Creole
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Kathleen 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
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting support
- Grief and loss
About Kathleen
Kathleen Nealon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing trauma and abuse, grief, parenting stress, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem difficulties.
Nealon listens carefully and aims to understand each person’s situation before suggesting practical steps. She draws on multiple therapeutic ideas rather than a single method. Sessions focus on clearer thinking, managing immediate stressors, and small changes that fit daily life.
Her background includes many years of cross-cultural work and time living in Haiti. That experience informs how she understands cultural and social pressures. She has also supported people through homelessness, recovery from substance use, and end-of-life care, which shaped her approach to crises and long-term challenges.
In practice she emphasizes the working relationship and uses strengths people already have. She commonly uses psychodynamic ideas, systems thinking, solution-focused strategies, cognitive behavioral techniques, and motivational interviewing to address problems. This gives options for short-term goals and longer-term change.
Sessions are practical and paced to each person. Kathleen helps clients sort priorities, set achievable steps, and practice skills between meetings. If someone needs help finding a good fit, she supports that process and will explain options for ongoing work or a focused problem-solving plan.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches inform online sessions
Kathleen commonly draws on psychodynamic ideas and cognitive behavioral techniques in her work. Psychodynamic ideas focus on patterns that repeat over time and help people notice how past experiences shape current reactions. Cognitive behavioral techniques look at thoughts and behaviors and teach concrete skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, or change unhelpful routines.She also uses solution-focused strategies and motivational interviewing to set clear, short-term goals and find practical next steps. Those approaches help when someone wants targeted change, such as improving sleep, reducing conflict, or managing cravings. The therapist and client decide together which approach or combination will best fit the client’s needs and preferences.
Please confirm the available session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online options. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Phone sessions can be useful for shorter check-ins or when video would take more bandwidth. The therapist will discuss which format makes sense and adjust methods so sessions are practical and relevant to everyday life.
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Primary focus
Also works with
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, sleep problems, anger, and self-esteem concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She listens closely and uses a mix of approaches that fit each person. Sessions focus on practical steps, clarifying goals, and building on existing strengths.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working in a range of settings, including cross-cultural work and support for people facing homelessness, recovery, and end-of-life care.
Is she a licensed clinician and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting 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