Sean O'Hara, LCSW

Sean O'Hara is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in both Maine and New York who brings five years of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2017 and has worked across inpatient and outpatient mental health settings, supporting people through depression, anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, life transitions, and relationship and family concerns.

His approach centers on solution-focused and person-centered principles that prioritize each individual's strengths and motivations. Sean emphasizes the resiliency of the human spirit and works without judgment to create a therapeutic environment that meets clients where they are while exploring where they want to go. He adapts therapy to the person, combining training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Recovery-Oriented Cognitive Therapy, mindfulness techniques, and Motivational Interviewing to address specific goals.

Sean works with a wide range of challenges including stress, self-esteem, addictions, parenting and fatherhood issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and intimacy or attachment problems. He aims to empower clients to make meaningful changes by collaboratively identifying practical strategies and supports tailored to their life circumstances.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Sean integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness approaches into his online practice. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and building a collaborative relationship so clients can explore values, goals, and life changes at their own pace and it is helpful for relationship, identity, and self-esteem concerns.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and breathing or attention practices that can reduce reactivity and support coping with grief, addiction, or chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Sean works collaboratively with each person to choose and adapt methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences so therapy feels relevant and achievable.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for those balancing work, family, or geographic constraints. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care, access support from home, and integrate therapeutic strategies into day-to-day life with greater convenience.