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Stephen McCrary, LCSW

Progressive, affirming therapy for life’s complex challenges
  • Adults facing major transitions
  • Trauma and mood support
  • Insight building and resilience

About Stephen McCrary

Stephen McCrary, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with 11 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. His work emphasizes a compassionate, affirming environment for adults who are coping with stress, anxiety, mood instability, grief, and major transitions, with care tailored to each person’s lived experience.

He has a strong clinical interest in supporting individuals dealing with anxiety, mood instability, depression, psychoses, and the effects of past trauma. His style is psychodynamic, meaning he may explore patterns, emotions, and earlier experiences that can shape current relationships and coping, while keeping the work personalized and grounded in the client’s goals.

Stephen aims to offer a progressive therapeutic space that supports deeper self-understanding, resilience, and practical movement toward emotional wellness and personal empowerment. While his therapy is not faith-based, he notes a Christian upbringing as part of his background.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Stephen McCrary have?

Stephen McCrary has 11 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of mental health concerns and life stressors.

Is Stephen McCrary a licensed therapist?

Yes. Stephen McCrary is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). His license details are FL LCSW SW15278 and LA LCSW 13502.

In which languages does Stephen McCrary provide therapy?

Stephen McCrary provides therapy in English.

Where is Stephen McCrary located?

Stephen McCrary is located in Florida.

How can I work with Stephen McCrary as my therapist?

You can work with Stephen McCrary through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing you to choose the format that best fits your preferences and schedule.

Does Stephen McCrary work with international clients?

No. Stephen McCrary does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Stephen McCrary cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Thoughtful Approaches, Made Accessible Through Online Therapy

Stephen McCrary integrates evidence-informed approaches that can be adapted to online sessions while staying centered on each client’s goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, helping clients notice unhelpful patterns and practice more workable ways of responding to stress, anxiety, and mood shifts.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful when emotions feel intense or relationships feel difficult to navigate. He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy, which explores how early relationship experiences can influence current connection, trust, and coping, supporting clients who want to understand recurring patterns and build healthier relational strategies.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Stephen works collaboratively with clients to clarify what they want from therapy and to choose strategies that fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting as therapy unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to keep momentum between sessions, fit therapy into a busy schedule, and access support from a comfortable, familiar setting.

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