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Lynda Wright

Lynda Wright

LCSW

Therapist · Florida · 19+ years of experience

Calm, practical support for strong emotions

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  • Client-centered care
  • Goal focused
  • Practical tools

About Lynda

Lynda Wright is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people facing strong emotions and life transitions. She works with individuals dealing with stress, anger, grief, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and other struggles. Lynda emphasizes respect and a straightforward, compassionate approach when people first reach out.

She believes people are the experts on their own stories and that they already have strengths to build on. In sessions she focuses on practical steps and clear goals. She uses client-centered conversation to listen, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to examine patterns of thought and behavior, and solution-focused tools to map small changes that add up.

Her background includes many years helping people recover from trauma and abuse and cope with major life changes. She has also worked with those facing mood disorders such as bipolar disorder and with people struggling with severe mental health challenges. Across this work she emphasizes genuine respect and a collaborative pace.

Lynda aims to make therapy a positive experience. She helps people identify realistic goals and the steps to reach them. She checks in on progress and adjusts the plan as needed so sessions stay useful and relevant.

Her style is direct but warm, and she encourages practical skills people can use between sessions. If you want a therapist who listens carefully and helps you set clear, manageable goals, she may be a good fit.

Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Credentials

Florida

Languages

English

How her approaches translate to online help

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and understanding your experience. The therapist follows your lead, reflects what she hears, and helps you say what matters most so goals become clearer.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts and behaviors interact. She uses simple exercises to identify unhelpful thought patterns and to test new ways of thinking and acting, which can be useful for anger, anxiety, and mood problems.

Mindfulness Therapy teaches brief attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase present-moment awareness. These tools can help when emotions feel overwhelming and when you want steadier responses.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. That collaborative process helps shape a plan that fits individual needs and routine.

If you are interested in online therapy, please confirm available session options before booking so you know the format offered. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow focused check-ins when schedules are tight. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and conversation to work well at a distance, while keeping sessions practical and goal oriented.

At a glance

Listed location
Florida
Experience
19+ years
Credentials
LCSW
Languages
English
License (Florida)
LCSW · No. SW9208
NPI
1578721288

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She supports people with stress, anger, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and coping with life changes, among other issues.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is client-centered and solution-focused, with an emphasis on practical steps and clear goals. Sessions typically mix listening with actionable strategies.

How much experience does she bring?

She has 19 years of experience working with people facing trauma, mood disorders, and major life transitions.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida and practices from that state.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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