Licensed clinical social worker recordGeorgia
Lee Maxwell, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and LGBT concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW, CSW
- Licensed in Georgia
- LCSW, licence CSW004099
- NPI
- 1750515573
- Experience
- 17 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Georgia
These details come from information Lee 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.
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- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practices
About Lee
Lee Maxwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Georgia with 17 years of experience in counseling work. He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, coping with life changes, addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, anger, self esteem, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses aging and geriatric issues and caregiver stress.
Lee uses straightforward, practical conversations to help people sort through current problems. He listens without judgment and helps identify emotional and behavioral patterns. He works with clients to spot triggers and develop coping tools that fit daily life.
His background includes many years in behavioral health and direct counseling. He has supported people through transitions into long-term care, changes in family roles, and the emotional effects of physical or cognitive decline. He also helps clients navigate coming-out processes and respond to painful reactions from others.
Sessions are scheduled on the hour and typically last 30 to 45 minutes. He checks messages twice daily on weekdays and replies to weekend messages the following Monday. This sets a predictable rhythm for contact between sessions.
Lee describes his approach as down-to-earth and nonjudgmental. He places importance on building trust and on consistent support while clients work toward clearer thinking and better coping. If someone is unsure whether his style fits, he encourages asking questions before scheduling.
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How Lee Uses Therapeutic Approaches Online
Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist focuses on the person's perspective and creates space for them to tell their story. It helps when someone needs a listening ear and wants to make sense of their feelings without judgment. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and behavior changes. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing exercises to reduce reactivity and increase focus, which can help with stress and emotional regulation.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will talk with the client about their goals, daily routines, and what feels helpful. Together they will decide which methods to try first and adjust the plan as needed based on progress and preference.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. Therapists can use CBT exercises, mindfulness practices, and client-centered discussions in remote sessions to address practical problems and emotional patterns.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps with stress, anxiety, addictions, eating concerns, intimacy-related issues, anger, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and related topics listed in his profile.
What is his style of therapy?
He uses a practical, down-to-earth style that focuses on identifying triggers, emotional and behavioral patterns, and developing coping tools with the client.
How much counseling experience does he have?
He has 17 years of counseling experience supporting people in behavioral health settings and direct counseling work.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Georgia and also lists CSW as a credential.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Sessions are scheduled on the hour and typically last 30 to 45 minutes. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a 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