Profile / United States
Lee Maxwell, LCSW, CSW
Georgia
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and LGBT concerns
See online therapy options- CBT approaches
- Client-centered work
- 30 to 45 minute sessions
About Lee
Lee Maxwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Georgia with 17 years of experience. He focuses on stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, coping with life changes, addictions, intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, anger, self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. He also addresses aging and geriatric issues and related caregiver stress.
Lee uses straightforward talk and practical tools in sessions. He pays attention to thoughts, behaviors, and patterns that keep problems going. He helps people notice unhelpful thinking and try new ways of responding.
His approach blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with client-centered listening and elements of existential thinking and mindfulness. Sessions often include identifying triggers, practicing coping skills, and examining personal values to guide decisions. Motivational interviewing strategies may be used when people are ambivalent about change.
Lee commonly helps with role changes tied to aging and with difficult transitions such as moving into long-term care. He also works with issues tied to gender and sexual identity, including coming-out and responses from others. He includes practical steps for managing shame, guilt, body image, and communication problems.
Appointments are structured and time-limited. Sessions typically run 30 to 45 minutes and are scheduled on the hour during his stated office hours. He checks messages twice daily on weekdays and responds to weekend messages the following Monday.
To begin, people are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The therapist encourages clear expectations and steady follow-up while helping people build everyday skills to manage symptoms and life stressors.
How his approaches translate to remote sessions
Lee commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new responses, which is useful for anxiety, mood, and behavior change. Client-centered work focuses on listening and supporting the person's perspective so they can shape goals that matter to them. Existential ideas are used to clarify values and meaning when people face major life transitions or role changes.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences and may combine approaches as needs change. The plan is reviewed and adjusted over time based on how well strategies are working.
The original profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find remote work helps fit sessions into a busy week, allows shorter check-ins when needed, and reduces travel time. Remote sessions also make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to link therapy tasks directly to everyday routines.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he focus on?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT-related issues, coping with life changes, addictions, intimacy-related concerns, eating issues, anger, and self-esteem. There are also additional focuses like aging and caregiver stress.
How would he describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a direct, practical approach that emphasizes identifying triggers and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Sessions combine listening with skill-building and clear next steps.
How long has he been practicing?
He has 17 years of experience as a clinician in behavioral health and counseling work.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is listed as LCSW and CSW and practices in Georgia.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not specify session formats here; confirm current session options before booking to know whether phone or video is offered.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for getting started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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