Sergio Castillo
LCSW
Compassionate help for strong emotions
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- Manages intense feelings
- Supports relationship strain
- Offers bilingual care
About Sergio
He uses straightforward, practical methods to help people manage intense emotions and reduce frequent conflict. Sessions focus on learning clear communication skills, recognizing triggers, and practicing ways to calm down in the moment. Sergio also supports people dealing with relationship strain and challenges tied to attachment and forgiveness.
Many clients come when emotional reactions are getting in the way of daily life. Sergio helps identify patterns that keep problems going and introduces manageable steps to change them. He pays attention to how emotions show up in the body and in relationships, and he helps clients try new ways of responding.
Work with Sergio often involves short, focused exercises between meetings. These tasks are practical and intended to fit into busy schedules. He explains tools in plain language and checks in on progress from week to week.
People who bring worries about immigration stress, men’s issues, post-traumatic stress, or young adult transitions can expect a calm, direct approach. The goal is clearer communication, fewer outbursts, and more confidence in day-to-day choices.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Florida, Texas
Languages
English, Spanish
How evidence-based approaches fit into online therapy
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on changing unhelpful patterns and building new skills. One common approach teaches concrete emotion-regulation skills to help people notice triggers and calm down before anger or anxiety escalates. This approach is useful for stress, anger, and mood problems.Another approach looks at how early attachment and communication patterns shape current relationships. It helps people practice clearer ways to ask for needs, listen, and repair small ruptures. That work can reduce repeated conflicts and improve trust over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide what methods match their goals and preferences. That may mean trying one approach for a while and adjusting as needed.
Practical benefits of online therapy can include fitting sessions around work or school and reducing travel time. Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm the available options before booking. Online care can make it easier to keep appointments, check in more often when needed, and practice skills in real life between meetings.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Florida
- Experience
- 5+ years
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Languages
- English, Spanish
- License (Florida)
- LCSW · No. SW24655
- License (Texas)
- LCSW · No. 118444
- NPI
- 1376436022
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 concerns does Sergio address?
Sergio works with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and relationship strain. He also focuses on attachment issues, communication problems, forgiveness, immigration stress, men’s issues, mood disorders, PTSD, self-love, and young adult transitions.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses plainspoken, practical methods that teach communication and emotion-management skills. Sessions emphasize small steps clients can try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
Sergio has five years of clinical experience working with people who struggle with intense emotions and frequent conflict.
What credentials and location apply?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, with licenses in Texas and Florida, and he practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not specify formats. Confirm the exact formats when you schedule.
How are costs and billing handled?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule 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.