Elisabeth Spear
Compassionate therapy for growth, identity, and relationships
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About
Elisabeth Spear, LICSW, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience supporting people through complicated emotions and meaningful life transitions. She focuses on helping clients strengthen self-esteem, improve communication, clarify life purpose, and build lasting personal growth, with extensive experience addressing depression, anxiety, and stress.
Her work is grounded in compassion and shaped around each person’s individual needs, goals, and pace. Elisabeth often supports young adults and individuals navigating a wide range of relationship experiences, including polyamorous and other alternative relationship structures. She offers a steady, nonjudgmental space to explore concerns such as attachment patterns, trauma recovery, interpersonal conflict, identity exploration, and the impact these experiences can have on confidence and well-being.
Elisabeth’s aim is to partner with clients in a thoughtful, collaborative way, offering professional guidance and practical insight while helping them move toward the changes they want to make.
Her work is grounded in compassion and shaped around each person’s individual needs, goals, and pace. Elisabeth often supports young adults and individuals navigating a wide range of relationship experiences, including polyamorous and other alternative relationship structures. She offers a steady, nonjudgmental space to explore concerns such as attachment patterns, trauma recovery, interpersonal conflict, identity exploration, and the impact these experiences can have on confidence and well-being.
Elisabeth’s aim is to partner with clients in a thoughtful, collaborative way, offering professional guidance and practical insight while helping them move toward the changes they want to make.
- Location:
- Florida, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dissociation, Family of origin issues, Gender dysphoria, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: AL LICSW 6824C, FL LCSW SW 7384
- NPI Number: 1619131802
- License: LCSW (Utah), LCSW (Florida), LICSW (Alabama)
Therapy Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Elisabeth Spear integrates evidence-informed approaches that can be effective in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing patterns in thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, then practicing practical strategies to respond differently. It is often used to support concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem challenges.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for coping with intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships. It can be especially helpful for clients who want tools for emotional regulation, communication, and navigating high-conflict or high-stress moments.
Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and ongoing relationship experiences shape current connections. It can support clients who want to understand attachment patterns, work through relational pain, or build healthier intimacy and boundaries.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Elisabeth collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit their needs, adjusting the pace and focus over time.
Online therapy also offers flexibility. Sessions can happen through video calls or phone sessions, with additional options like live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to get support in a way that fits daily life.
How much experience does Elisabeth Spear have?
Elisabeth Spear has 25 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Is Elisabeth Spear a licensed therapist?
Yes. Elisabeth Spear is licensed and holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include AL LICSW 6824C and FL LCSW SW 7384.
In which languages does Elisabeth Spear provide therapy?
Elisabeth Spear provides therapy in English.
Where is Elisabeth Spear located?
Elisabeth Spear is located in Florida.
How can I work with Elisabeth Spear as my therapist?
Clients can work with Elisabeth Spear through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits their needs and scheduling preferences.
Does Elisabeth Spear work with international clients?
No. Elisabeth Spear does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elisabeth Spear cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire designed to help 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.