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Dr. Anthony Schefstad, LCSW
Florida
Dr. Anthony Schefstad, LCSW - Stress and Addictions
See online therapy options- CBT use
- Hypnotherapy
- Motivational interviewing
About Anthony
Dr. Anthony Schefstad is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Florida with 30 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem issues, career challenges, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses concerns such as panic attacks, phobias, post-traumatic stress, and process addictions.
He uses practical conversations to identify thoughts and behaviors that keep problems active. Sessions focus on concrete steps rather than abstract theory. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is one of the approaches he uses to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking patterns.
His background includes long experience in settings that involve substance use and trauma. That history informs how he talks about addiction, recovery, and managing triggers. He also brings approaches that aim to strengthen motivation and clarify goals.
In practice he blends client-centered work with motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques. That means sessions often start by clarifying what the person wants to change, then testing small, manageable steps to get there. Hypnotherapy may be part of the options he mentions for certain issues.
Dr. Schefstad keeps sessions oriented toward measurable progress. He asks about daily routines, coping responses, and barriers that make change difficult. People can expect a direct, organized way of working toward clearer coping skills and goal-focused plans.
How his approaches translate to online sessions
Dr. Schefstad draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, client-centered work, and hypnotherapy in ways that fit practical online sessions. CBT focuses on identifying specific thoughts and behaviors, then testing small changes between sessions to reduce anxiety or depressive symptoms. Client-centered work emphasizes listening and clarifying the person’s goals so the therapist can support whatever changes matter most. Hypnotherapy involves guided relaxation and focused attention to address issues like cravings, phobias, or stress responses.Finding the right approach is part of the process. He will work with the client to decide which methods to try first based on the presenting problem, goals, and how the person prefers to work. That collaborative decision making helps shape session structure and homework tasks.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy week and reducing travel time. Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to check in during a break at work, do short follow-up appointments, or try therapeutic exercises from home while applying changes to daily routines.
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Experience
30+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, career issues, depression, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
How does he use CBT in sessions?
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test small behavior changes. Sessions focus on practical exercises and clear steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 30 years of professional experience working in areas that include addiction and trauma.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices with clients in that state.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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