Iris Wilsek , LCSW

Iris Wilsek is a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with two decades of professional experience. As an LCSW she holds a clinical social work license that authorizes her to provide therapy and clinical interventions. Over the course of her career she has worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings and has maintained a private practice for more than ten years, bringing depth and variety to her clinical work.

Iris is certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, a skill she applies when helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and anger-related concerns. Her practice addresses a broad range of issues including relationship and family difficulties, addiction, grief, self-esteem struggles, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and career challenges, as well as complex concerns such as bipolar disorder and chronic pain.

She emphasizes a warm, nonjudgmental approach that encourages open sharing of thoughts and emotions. Iris partners with clients to identify goals and to build practical strategies for change, recognizing that seeking help takes courage and is a meaningful step toward a more satisfying life. She aims to empower individuals through collaborative support and skillful guidance.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Iris draws from well-established approaches to guide online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and patterns that interfere with daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes accepting difficult internal experiences while clarifying personal values and committing to actions that support a meaningful life - it can help with avoidance, anxiety, and motivation-related struggles. Client-Centered Therapy centers on empathy and the therapist's nonjudgmental presence to help clients explore feelings, strengthen self-understanding, and build confidence in their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Iris works with each person to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and then tailors methods accordingly, combining techniques as appropriate to find the best fit for the work at hand.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide practical flexibility. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow continued support when in-person appointments are not feasible, while still enabling meaningful therapeutic collaboration with licensed professionals.