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Cory Sullivan, LCSW
California
LCSW - Stress and trauma focus
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practices
- Practical coping skills
About Cory
Cory Sullivan is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in California with seven years of clinical experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression and helps people facing life changes after injury or illness. Sessions emphasize practical skills to notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses.
Cory draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to offer structured tools. He uses straightforward exercises to identify thought patterns, test beliefs, and build coping strategies that fit everyday life. Sessions often include mindfulness practices and communication skills to reduce avoidance and increase action.
Many clients seek him out for issues tied to caregiving, cancer, aging, first responder and veteran concerns, and feelings of isolation or emptiness. He also addresses fatherhood challenges, men’s issues, guilt and shame, panic attacks, and broader mood disorders. His work centers on practical steps rather than abstract theory.
Cory uses his own experience adjusting to life after traumatic injury to inform how he talks about grief and identity loss. He emphasizes small, achievable changes and building on existing strengths. The aim is to help people regain routines and daily functioning they value.
People who prefer direct, skills-based therapy will find sessions that focus on clear goals, measurable steps, and regular check-ins. To begin, clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting to set priorities and plan next steps.
How his CBT and related approaches guide online work
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on noticing and testing thoughts and behaviors. It uses short exercises and homework to change patterns that keep problems going, which can help with anxiety, panic, and low mood.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy encourages noticing thoughts without getting stuck and choosing actions that reflect personal values. It is useful when avoidance and uncertainty block meaningful activity. Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for strong emotions and crisis moments.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. Cory will review your goals and try methods that match what you want to change. He will check progress and adjust techniques so sessions stay practical and focused on clear steps.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a schedule, shorten check-ins when needed, and allow practicing skills between meetings. Many people find remote sessions simplify attending while keeping work focused on the same CBT, ACT, and DBT skills used in person.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
Cory works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression. He also addresses caregiver strain, cancer-related issues, aging concerns, and panic symptoms.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to help identify unhelpful thoughts and test them against real experiences. Sessions include concrete exercises to change patterns and build new habits.
What is his clinical background?
He has seven years of experience as a licensed clinical social worker. His work includes supporting people after traumatic injury and chronic illness.
What credential and location are on file?
He is listed as an LCSW licensed in California and practices in that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Use 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.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are not safe, use the crisis numbers.