- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Motivational interviewing
About Lee
Lee Maxwell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Georgia with 17 years of clinical experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, self-esteem, and LGBTQ concerns. He also addresses intimacy-related issues, eating concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Lee keeps sessions straightforward and practical. He focuses on identifying triggers and emotional patterns. He helps people learn coping tools they can use day to day. Sessions are typically 30 to 45 minutes and scheduled on the hour during his weekday office hours.
His background includes long-term work in behavioral health and many years providing counseling. He uses a client-centered stance that emphasizes respect and clear communication. That approach guides how he builds trust and sets goals with people.
Lee draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. He uses Mindfulness strategies to help with attention and stress management. Motivational Interviewing informs conversations about change when people feel stuck or conflicted.
In practice he balances talking through issues with practical exercises. He pays attention to how life transitions, caregiving roles, and family-of-origin patterns influence current stress. If you want to address anger that comes out at home or work, he will help you identify patterns and learn alternative responses.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Lee commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT offers practical exercises to test new ways of thinking and behaving and is useful for anger that comes from stress or anxiety.He also uses Mindfulness techniques to help people increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity. Mindfulness practice can make it easier to spot early signs of anger and choose a different response.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. He will talk with each person about goals and preferences and together decide which methods to try. That collaborative planning helps adjust techniques as needs change.
Please confirm the current session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Some formats also allow phone-only meetings when video is not ideal. Ask about scheduling details and session length when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
17+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address related to anger?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, intimacy issues, and related concerns such as guilt, shame, and communication problems.
What style of therapy does he use?
He practices a client-centered approach and commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to identify triggers and build coping skills.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 17 years of clinical experience working in behavioral health and counseling settings.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is an LCSW and CSW practicing in Georgia, United States.
Which languages are offered in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Sessions are scheduled on the hour and typically last 30 to 45 minutes; cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.