Leva Talton , LCSW

Leva Talton is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Florida who helps people handle stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, and issues related to parenting and self-esteem. She also supports people facing ADHD, addiction, grief, bipolar challenges, compassion fatigue, and LGBT-related concerns.

Leva uses a warm, nonjudgmental style and focuses on meeting each person where they are. Sessions are collaborative and practical. She works with clients to set clear, agreed-upon goals and to build skills that can be used between sessions.

Her approach blends mindfulness with cognitive and emotion-focused work. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered methods to shape treatment plans. Techniques are chosen to match a person’s needs and goals rather than following one fixed method.

Leva earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, cum laude, from the University of South Florida and a Master of Social Work in Clinical Social Work, summa cum laude, from Columbia University. She has eight years of experience as a psychotherapist and holds a Florida LCSW license.

In sessions she favors plain language and concrete steps. People can expect to practice skills, talk through difficult moments, and work on strategies for everyday life. The focus is on what helps someone feel steadier, more connected, and better able to handle challenges.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and move toward values-based action rather than getting stuck. It can be helpful for anxiety, depression, and problems with motivation. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. It is commonly used for anxiety, mood problems, and stress. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on understanding emotional responses and improving how people connect in relationships, which can help with intimacy and communication concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options and collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. Plans are adapted over time based on what is or isn’t helpful, so clients take an active role in shaping their care.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video lets people use face-to-face interaction while phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited. Live chat or messaging can be useful for brief check-ins, processing between appointments, or when writing thoughts out feels easier. These options aim to make consistent therapy more practical around work, caregiving, and daily life.