Leva Talton , LCSW

Leva Talton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in the state of Florida with eight years of experience as a psychotherapist. She earned a B.A. in Psychology, cum laude, with a minor in Public Administration from the University of South Florida and completed an MSW in Clinical Social Work at Columbia University, graduating summa cum laude. Over the course of her career she has supported people from childhood through late adulthood, offering care for anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum concerns, bipolar I and II, co-occurring disorders, depression, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia, and relationship and family challenges. Her areas of focus also include stress, addictions, grief, parenting and caregiver stress, intimacy and attachment issues, blended family concerns, body image, codependency, and coping with life changes.

Her practice emphasizes meeting each person where they are with warmth and without judgment. Mindfulness is central to her approach and is integrated with cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment strategies, psychodynamic insights, and solution-focused methods. Leva works collaboratively so that clients remain active participants in forming a treatment plan built around agreed-upon goals tailored to individual needs. She frames therapy as a practical partnership aimed at navigating the twists and turns of life and encourages those ready to begin to take the first step toward change. "You must do that which you think you cannot" - Eleanor Roosevelt

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Leva Talton integrates evidence-informed approaches to support clients in online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present - it is often helpful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, and it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and problem-solving in daily life. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and creating a nonjudgmental space so clients can explore their experiences and build confidence in their own problem-solving abilities.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Leva works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. This may involve blending techniques and adjusting focus over time to match what is most helpful.

Online sessions with Leva are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain regular care around work, family, or mobility constraints and allow licensed professionals to meet clients where they are while working toward agreed-upon goals.