Licensed clinical social worker recordMaine
Sean O'Hara, LCSW
Maine
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Life Changes
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 091423
- Licensed in Maine
- LCSW, licence LC20437
- NPI
- 1760055511
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Maine
These details come from information Sean 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
- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral techniques
- Mindfulness practice
About Sean
Sean O'Hara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Maine and New York with five years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family concerns, addictions, ADHD, and life changes. Sessions focus on practical next steps and understanding what motivates each person.
Sean draws on client-centered work and goal-focused techniques to help people make changes that fit their everyday life. He combines cognitive behavioral ideas and mindfulness skills with motivational interviewing to support decisions and manage difficult feelings. He also uses psychodynamic thinking to look at patterns that repeat over time.
His background includes a Master of Social Work from Fordham University and experience in both inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. That experience shapes a straightforward approach to clinical problems and crisis management.
In sessions he listens for what matters most and then tries small, practical steps to reduce distress. Conversations often include skill practice, short experiments between sessions, and looking at how habits and relationships affect mood.
People working with him can expect plain language, direct feedback, and a focus on what will change day to day. Sean emphasizes collaboration over labels, working with each person's priorities to set clear goals.
Before scheduling, readers should confirm the current session formats and scheduling details to make sure they match their needs.
BHow sessions work
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Sean uses client-centered therapy to focus on each person's priorities and perspective. In practice this means conversations that start with your goals and adapt to what feels most useful for you. Client-centered work helps with relationship concerns, life direction, and emotional clarity.He also applies cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. CBT in online sessions often includes brief skill teaching, worksheets or exercises to try between meetings, and step-by-step plans for handling anxiety or low mood. Mindfulness therapy appears in short attention and breathing practices that can reduce reactivity and help manage stress in daily life.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. He takes a collaborative stance, reviewing what helps and changing methods if something is not working. The goal is to pick approaches that match your needs, goals, and preferences rather than sticking to a single method.
Confirm which session formats are offered before booking so you know how meetings are scheduled. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help integrate therapy into everyday life without promising a specific result.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York, Maine
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, ADHD, and life transitions.
What is his general therapy style?
His style is client-centered and solution-focused, using direct conversation, practical steps, and short between-session tasks.
How much experience does he have?
He has five years of experience working in mental health settings, including inpatient and outpatient care.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Maine and New York.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the 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