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James Sanniola, LCSW
Florida
LCSW in Florida - Stress and mood concerns
See online therapy options- CBT and ACT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Sleep and grief support
About James
James Sanniola is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 25 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, reduce anxiety and depression, cope with grief, improve sleep, and build motivation and self-esteem.
He listens and works to understand each person's situation before offering feedback. Sessions focus on practical steps and changes people can try between meetings. James treats the client as the expert on their life and collaborates on goals and actions.
James uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test different ways of responding. He also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered methods, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to support changes in behavior and thinking.
Typical conversations include looking at patterns that keep problems going, setting small experiments to try new responses, and checking what worked. He emphasizes clear, concrete strategies rather than abstract talk. Sessions often include homework tasks or brief exercises to practice new skills.
James has worked across many settings over his career and focuses on issues such as addictions, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related concerns, parenting stress, career questions, ADHD, and life changes. He also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, hospice and end-of-life issues, and feelings of isolation.
Sessions are conducted in English. Prospective clients should confirm the current session formats before booking so they know what options are offered.
How his approaches translate to online work
James commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test alternative responses. CBT focuses on practical exercises and short experiments that can be assigned between sessions to change patterns of thinking and behavior. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is used to clarify values and to practice accepting difficult thoughts while committing to meaningful action. Client-Centered Therapy is also part of his approach and emphasizes listening carefully and responding to what the client says is most important.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. He collaborates with each person to choose approaches that fit their goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made and new challenges appear.
The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and reducing travel time. If you plan to work online, confirm the current session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online sessions can make it easier to maintain momentum between meetings and to try brief check-ins when needed.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with most often?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, addictions, trauma, intimacy issues, parenting strain, ADHD, and related life changes.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, collaborative style that focuses on identifying patterns, setting goals, and trying small experiments between sessions.
What is his clinical background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical settings.
Where is he based and what credential does he hold?
He practices in Florida and holds the credential LCSW in that state.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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