Sean O'Hara , LCSW

Sean O'Hara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York and Maine with more than five years of experience in the mental health field. He holds an MSW from Fordham University, earned in 2017, and has provided care across inpatient and outpatient settings. LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, a credential that indicates advanced training in assessment, therapy, and clinical practice.

Throughout his career he has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, life transitions, and family or relationship concerns. His work emphasizes practical strategies and real-world solutions while honoring each person as an individual. He describes his style as solution-focused and person-centered, centering the client's goals and strengths in the therapeutic process.

Sean values the resilience people bring to difficult situations and seeks to identify what motivates each person as an individual. His approach is nonjudgmental and collaborative, focused on meeting clients where they are and exploring where they want to go. He has received specialty training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy (CT-R), mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing, and he tailors these methods to fit each client's needs.

Beginning therapy can be challenging, and Sean is committed to supporting and empowering those who take that step. He aims to create an atmosphere of encouragement and practical progress and looks forward to working together with clients who are ready to engage in change.

Approaches and Online Support for Everyday Challenges

Sean uses client-centered therapy to create a respectful, accepting environment where the client's values and goals guide each session. This approach helps people who want a collaborative space to explore life transitions, relationships, and self-esteem concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often used for anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related issues and emphasizes practical skills and measurable progress. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding techniques to reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which can support coping with grief, stress, and impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sean works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adapts techniques as progress unfolds. This teamwork helps shape a plan that feels useful and manageable.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to engage from home or other convenient locations. These options make scheduling easier around work, family, and daily responsibilities while enabling consistent access to licensed professionals and therapists who can support ongoing growth and coping.