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Earl Driscoll

Earl Driscoll, LCSW

Pennsylvania

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Licensed clinical social worker - Anxiety and addiction

  • Client-centered work
  • Cognitive behavioral therapy
  • EMDR for trauma

About Earl

Earl Driscoll is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of experience. He works with adults on problems such as anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and anger. He also focuses on issues related to self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and the concerns many LGBTQ+ clients bring to therapy.

He uses clear, evidence-based methods rather than jargon. Sessions are practical and goal-focused. He helps people notice patterns, practice different responses, and develop everyday skills to manage stress and strong emotions.

His background includes long-term work with substance use and process addictions, plus trauma-related concerns like post-traumatic stress. He also addresses shame, guilt, and relationship intimacy issues that often link to anger and avoidance.

Earl draws on client-centered work to keep the conversation grounded in each person’s goals. He combines that with cognitive behavioral techniques to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also uses EMDR for trauma work when appropriate and mindfulness practices to support emotional regulation.

Clients can expect straightforward feedback, practical homework when useful, and a focus on what helps day to day. He encourages people to try small changes and track what works. The aim is better control over anger, fewer impulsive reactions, and clearer thinking during stressful moments.

Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on the client's own goals and perspectives. It means the therapist listens and follows what matters most to the person, helping them name priorities and try changes that feel right. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It provides concrete tools to reframe unhelpful thoughts and practice different behaviors when anger or anxiety escalates.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and decide together which methods to try based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps tailor techniques and pacing so they fit into everyday life.

Confirm the exact session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They can also let someone choose whether to use video or another supported format depending on comfort and bandwidth. Licensed professionals generally adapt practices like CBT and client-centered exercises so they translate well to remote sessions and daily routines.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

17+ years

Listed in

Pennsylvania

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, anger, and related issues such as shame, grief, and low self-esteem.

How would you describe his therapy style?

He uses practical, evidence-based methods and focuses on clear goals and everyday skills rather than long theoretical talks.

How much experience does he have?

He has 17 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns including substance use and trauma.

What are his credentials and where is he located?

He is a Pennsylvania LCSW working in Pennsylvania.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does he work with clients outside the United States?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

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