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Learie Callender, LCSW

Seasoned LCSW supporting adults and families
  • Trauma and abuse support
  • Relationship and family work
  • Accepting international clients

About Learie Callender

Learie Callender is a licensed clinical social worker with 36 years of experience who has practiced in New York, Florida, and Trinidad and Tobago. He approaches each person as an individual, meeting clients where they are and tailoring interventions to fit their unique histories and current circumstances. Educated at Adelphi University in Long Island, New York, he has worked across a variety of settings and with a wide range of people, which has shaped a flexible and pragmatic style of care.

He focuses on helping people find practical solutions to interpersonal and emotional challenges, believing that most problems can be addressed effectively with time, skill, and collaboration. Over the years he has developed comfort working with adults broadly and with individuals who have committed crimes, using multiple therapeutic modalities to match the needs of each client. His work spans issues such as trauma, relationship difficulties, stress and anxiety, addiction, grief, and parenting concerns.

Clients can expect a respectful, strengths-based approach in which the therapist listens attentively, offers evidence-informed strategies, and supports clients as they explore options and make changes. He invites prospective clients to get to know him and to discuss how his experience and methods might help them move forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Learie Callender have?

Learie Callender has 37 years of experience as a therapist.

Is Learie Callender a licensed therapist?

Yes. Learie Callender holds the LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW Sw12234.

In which languages does Learie Callender provide therapy?

Learie Callender provides therapy in English.

Where is Learie Callender located?

Learie Callender is located in Florida.

How can I work with Learie Callender as my therapist?

You can work with Learie Callender through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Learie Callender work with international clients?

Yes, Learie Callender works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Learie Callender cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Approach-Focused Care Offered Online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take actions that align with what matters most, even when painful thoughts or feelings arise. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, and life changes where avoidance has become a barrier to living fully. Client-Centered Therapy places the client's perspective at the center of the process - the therapist listens with empathy, reflects experience, and supports clients as they find their own solutions; this approach can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and grief. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches practical skills to change them, making it effective for anxiety, depression, and coping with everyday challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Learie works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques over time as progress is made. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in planning their care.

Online therapy with Learie can take place by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or geographic distance. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access help from licensed professionals without the need for in-person visits.

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