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Lindsey Hooker, LCSW
Florida
LCSW - Addictions and self-esteem help
See online therapy options- Addictions support
- Self-esteem work)
- CBT and DBT methods
About Lindsey
Lindsey Hooker is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida with 5 years of experience. She focuses on addictions, self-esteem, motivation, and coping with life changes and related concerns.
She helps people break down unhelpful thought patterns and habits into small, manageable steps. Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Lindsey uses methods that emphasize noticing thoughts, testing them, and trying different behaviors to see what works.
Her work often addresses relationship strain, anger, career stress, and depression alongside addiction concerns. She also supports people dealing with isolation, guilt and shame, money problems, and communication breakdowns. Additional focus areas include autism and Asperger syndrome, intellectual disability, and issues around alternative sexual cultures and polyamory.
Lindsey draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. That mix lets sessions move between skill practice, short-term problem solving, and motivation building depending on the issue at hand.
Practical steps in early sessions include clarifying goals, identifying patterns that get in the way, and trying small experiments between meetings. Progress is tracked with concrete actions rather than vague aims. People who prefer direct, structured work that links thoughts to actions tend to find this approach useful.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire and a scheduled first session are used to set priorities and plan next steps. Costs vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Sessions are offered in English in Florida.
How Lindsey Uses Structured Approaches Online
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on noticing thought patterns and testing different behaviors to reduce distress and improve functioning. It is useful for depression, anxiety, self-esteem problems, and many forms of addiction. DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive actions. It can help with anger, impulsivity, and self-destructive behaviors. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of moments when change is possible.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Lindsey will work with clients to set clear goals, try approaches that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. That means sessions can combine skill practice, brief problem-solving, and motivation work depending on the person and the issue.
Confirm current session formats before booking to know which online options are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also makes it simpler to continue focused practice between meetings and to bring real-life situations into conversation during sessions.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address most often?
She works with addictions, self-esteem issues, motivation, relationship strain, anger, career stress, depression, and coping with life changes.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is practical and structured, using techniques that link thoughts to actions and focus on small behavior changes.
What is her professional background?
She holds an LCSW and has five years of professional experience working with the listed concerns.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is licensed as an LCSW in Florida and practices there.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She 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 first steps to start working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.
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