Licensed clinical social worker recordFlorida
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Florida
- LCSW, licence SW16415
- Licensed in Utah
- LCSW, licence 12944432-3501
- NPI
- 1831654052
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Florida
These details come from information Lisa 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
- Grief and loss
- Caregiver support
About Lisa
Lisa Vargo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with five years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, family conflict, grief, self-esteem concerns, and life transitions. She also supports those dealing with relationship strain, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, career questions, and depression.
Vargo helps clients name what feels hardest and then takes practical steps to reduce daily strain. Sessions focus on clear goals and doable strategies rather than abstract theory. She encourages straightforward conversation about feelings, choices, and small behavioral changes that can make day-to-day life easier.
Her work also attends to long-term medical and caregiving concerns. She has an additional focus on aging and geriatric issues, cancer support, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, hospice and end-of-life counseling, pregnancy and childbirth, and midlife or young adult transitions. Those concerns are folded into problem-solving and planning in sessions.
People can expect a steady, organized approach that balances short-term coping with longer-term planning. Vargo uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address symptoms and practical barriers. She helps people build routines, navigate workplace or family stress, and prepare for major life changes.
Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. She asks concrete questions, offers straightforward feedback, and works collaboratively to try different strategies. The emphasis is on improving daily functioning and finding clearer options for the weeks ahead.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based techniques translate to online care
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often focus on specific, teachable skills. One common approach teaches short-term coping skills for anxiety and stress, such as breath work, grounding exercises, and stepwise exposure to avoided situations. These tools are practical and designed to reduce daily symptoms and improve functioning.A second useful technique centers on problem-solving and behavior planning. That method breaks larger problems into actionable steps, helps weigh options, and sets small goals to build momentum. It is often used for workplace issues, caregiver stress, chronic illness management, and midlife transitions.
Choosing the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss what is most important to the client, try approaches, and adjust based on results and preferences. Sessions aim to match concrete goals with methods that fit the person's life and schedule.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use virtual work to focus on skill-building, planning, and follow-up between sessions without promising a particular format.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida, Utah
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, family conflict, relationship strain, trauma and related life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and goal-focused. Sessions emphasize clear questions, step-by-step coping strategies, and planning for everyday life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and practical concerns.
What credential and licensure does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin a session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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