Leva Talton, LCSW

Leva Talton is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida who helps people manage stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, and relationship concerns. She supports individuals facing addiction, ADHD, grief, parenting strain, low self-esteem, and compassion fatigue. Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental and she encourages people to play an active role in their care.

Leva follows a practical, collaborative style. She uses mindfulness and goal-focused work to help people notice patterns and try different responses. Sessions often blend cognitive strategies with emotional work to address painful memories and everyday struggles.

She trained in social work and holds a Master of Social Work from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of South Florida. Her background includes nearly eight years as a psychotherapist in clinical settings across Florida.

Leva tailors treatment plans to each person’s needs and priorities. Goals are agreed on together and adjusted as progress is made. She encourages small, concrete steps so people can see real movement between sessions.

Her practice addresses complex cases such as co-occurring conditions, attachment and abandonment concerns, domestic violence, chronic illness or pain, blended family challenges, and intimacy-related issues. The work mixes skills training, emotion-focused reflection, and action-oriented assignments to help people cope and rebuild confidence.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) centers on clarifying values and taking small actions toward a meaningful life while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings. It can help people who feel stuck by shifting focus from symptom elimination to living in line with what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress by practicing new ways of thinking and behaving.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions match their needs and preferences.

Practical benefits of online work include more flexible scheduling and easier fit with busy days. Online sessions can make it simpler to keep appointments during work breaks, to check in without travel time, or to do therapy from a quiet place that fits the person's routine. Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available for scheduling and participation.