Licensed clinical social worker recordHawaii
Lawrence Toutant-Acosta, LCSW
Hawaii
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Hawaii
- LCSW, licence LCSW-5431
- NPI
- 1013774710
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Hawaii
These details come from information Lawrence 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
- Trauma related care
- CBT informed work
About Lawrence
Lawrence Toutant-Acosta is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Hawaii with three years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He writes plainly and works with people who want practical strategies alongside reflection.
Lawrence uses a collaborative, strengths-oriented approach that treats the person as the expert on their life. Sessions focus on building awareness of how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. That awareness becomes the starting point for small, concrete changes that fit day-to-day life.
He emphasizes the interpersonal value of the therapeutic relationship. The therapist-client interaction is used to notice patterns that show up in other relationships. Conversations are supportive and generally non-directive, giving people space to test new ways of relating.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a foundation in his work. CBT is used to spot links between thoughts, actions, and mood, and then try alternatives that can shift how someone feels or acts. Lawrence also draws on elements from interpersonal approaches, dialectical behavioral ideas, attachment-focused work, somatic experiencing, and trauma-informed methods when they fit.
Sessions are adjusted to each person and can evolve as needs change. He aims for straightforward goals and practical steps that people can use between sessions. To begin, visitors are asked to follow the site’s booking flow and complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Lawrence frequently draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his online work. CBT helps people notice the connections between thoughts, feelings, and actions, and then try practical alternatives. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and everyday mood changes.He also uses interpersonal and attachment-informed ideas. These approaches look at how relationships shape emotions and behavior and help people practice new ways of relating. When trauma is part of the picture, elements of trauma-informed care and somatic experiencing may be added to address body-based reactions and grounding techniques.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to decide what methods fit their goals and preferences. That means techniques can be adjusted as therapy progresses so sessions stay relevant and useful.
The site asks new clients to follow the booking flow and complete a short questionnaire before scheduling a first session. The biography does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, or allow for check-ins during breaks from work.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Hawaii
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, eating concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a collaborative, strengths-oriented style that is largely supportive and non-directive. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides the foundation for practical work on thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of clinical experience working as a licensed social worker.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Hawaii.
In which language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then 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