Theodore Liswith, LCSW

Licensed in Florida · 23 years in practice

Theodore Liswith is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with more than two decades of counseling experience.

License and registration

LCSW, Florida: SW11966 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1912628074 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 23
Languages: English

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About Theodore

Theodore Liswith is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with more than two decades of counseling experience. He draws on long experience with military service and work in major medical and trauma care settings to support people facing complex life stresses. He aims to make the first step feel manageable for anyone considering help.

The therapist helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, addictions, trauma and self-esteem difficulties.

Background and approach

He also addresses career-related concerns and practical challenges tied to housing, finances, education, or medical and legal systems. Theodore pays attention to both emotional symptoms and real-life obstacles. His style is straightforward and accepting.

He builds a calm space where clients can talk through events, thoughts, and feelings without judgment. Sessions focus on what matters most to the person in front of him and on small, doable steps toward change. He uses approaches such as client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, emotionally focused work, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing.

These methods help people test new ways of thinking, calm strong emotions, and strengthen motivation for change. Treatment choices are practical and adapted to each persons situation. People who reach out can expect a collaborative process.

Theodore listens for what is most urgent, then helps set goals and plans that fit daily life. For many, this makes managing symptoms and moving forward more achievable.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Theodore lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Self esteem
Depression
Sleeping disorders
Career difficulties
Adoption and foster care
Avoidant personality
BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
Blended family issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Fertility issues
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Immigration issues
Infidelity
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Sex addiction
Smoking / vaping cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues

Approaches Theodore names

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Online support

How therapeutic approaches work online with a licensed clinician

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and understanding the person's perspective, helping them feel heard and guiding conversations toward their priorities and goals. It is useful when someone needs a supportive space to sort out feelings and decisions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches practical strategies to change unhelpful patterns. It often helps with anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and addictions by breaking problems into manageable steps.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy concentrates on identifying and shifting strong emotional responses and the patterns behind them, which can reduce overwhelm and improve emotional regulation.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasnt worked before. Together they will try methods that fit the situation and adjust as progress or new needs appear.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for deeper conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in fits a work break. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief check-ins, coaching-style support, or people who prefer writing over speaking. These options offer flexibility to fit appointments into busy days and different communication styles.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Theodore address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep issues, addictions, trauma and self-esteem problems, plus career-related stress and practical life challenges.

What is his general therapy style like?

The approach is straightforward and accepting, focused on creating a nonjudgmental space and working on practical steps that fit daily life.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He brings 23 years of counseling experience and prior service in the U.S. Navy and U.S. Army, along with work in major trauma and hospital settings.

Where is he licensed and located?

He holds a Florida LCSW license and practices in Florida.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

He is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions can be delivered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different needs and schedules.

How does cost and scheduling work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session.

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