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Seán Harrington, LCSW

Experienced California LCSW for families and trauma
  • Family conflicts
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Parenting support

About Seán Harrington

Seán Harrington is a California-licensed clinician with 26 years of professional experience supporting individuals and families through a wide range of challenges. As an LCSW - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - he has worked extensively with family conflict, trauma and abuse, and parenting concerns, helping people navigate difficult transitions and relational strains. He emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental space in which thoughts and feelings can be shared honestly and explored constructively.

Seán takes a pragmatic, empathetic approach that respects each person’s pace and strengths, aiming to clarify goals and identify practical steps forward. He recognizes that beginning therapy often requires courage and affirms the decision to reach out as an important first step. Through steady support and collaborative problem solving, he helps clients build skills for coping, healing, and improving relationships while attending to their individual needs and values.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMen's issuesSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualityWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Seán Harrington have?

Seán Harrington has 26 years of professional experience.

Is Seán Harrington a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: CA LCSW 88213.

In which languages does Seán Harrington provide therapy?

Seán Harrington provides therapy in English.

Where is Seán Harrington located?

He is located in California.

How can I work with Seán Harrington as my therapist?

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

Does Seán Harrington work with international clients?

Seán Harrington does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Seán Harrington 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Practical Approaches for Online Therapeutic Support

Seán Harrington integrates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing to address emotional and behavioral concerns in an online format. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and developing concrete strategies to change them - it often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change - it is useful for addictions, behavior change, and readiness-related goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. Seán and the client work together to determine which methods fit the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, and adjustments are made as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals tailor interventions to what feels most helpful for each person.

Online therapy offers flexibility by making sessions accessible through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options allow individuals to receive consistent support without added travel time, enabling care to fit more naturally into busy schedules and changing life circumstances.

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