Maura Skehan , LCSW

Maura Skehan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Florida who focuses on guiding people through difficult life experiences, including grief and loss, addiction challenges, depression, and anger management. She supports individuals during times of transition by helping them process emotions, adapt to changed circumstances, and rebuild a meaningful sense of self and daily life.

With eight years of clinical experience, she draws from a range of therapeutic methods and practices a holistic, person-centered, and strengths-based orientation. This means she honors the whole person, centers the client's own goals and values, and highlights existing strengths to foster resilience and growth. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - known by the credential LCSW, which indicates specialized training to provide clinical mental health care - she creates an open atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored without judgment.

Maura emphasizes companionship through the healing process, walking alongside clients as they move toward authenticity and change. She encourages people to recognize the courage it takes to begin therapy and affirms those first steps toward greater well-being and self-understanding.

Person-centered and strengths-based care delivered online

Maura often uses a person-centered approach that prioritizes the client's perspective and personal goals. This method involves active listening and empathetic support to help individuals explore emotions, identity, and adjustment during grief, life changes, or mood challenges.

She also employs a strengths-based orientation that helps clients identify and build on existing resources and resiliencies. Focusing on strengths can be particularly useful for people coping with addiction, caregiver stress, or the aftermath of separation and loss, as it encourages practical problem solving and empowerment.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process. Maura collaborates with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy with licensed professionals offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to access regular support around work, caregiving, and other commitments. These options help people maintain continuity of care and connect with therapists from wherever they are located.