- 26 years experience
- Values-based approach
- Practical skill building
About Sean
Sean McDermott is a New York licensed psychologist with more than 25 years of professional experience. He focuses on helping people who feel stuck by addressing stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. He also supports people dealing with relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, and issues like shame and isolation.
He works in a direct, respectful way that centers the client's own knowledge of their life. He believes people bring strengths that can be used to face difficult moments. Taking a first step toward change can feel hard, and he offers steady support through that process.
In sessions he blends approaches to match what each person needs. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to look at thinking and behavior patterns. He uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clarify values and handle painful emotions. Solution-Focused Therapy helps keep work practical and goal-oriented.
His approach is collaborative and straightforward. People can expect clear tasks to try between sessions and a focus on small, achievable changes. The aim is to reduce overwhelming feelings and increase daily functioning.
Sean has worked in a variety of roles across his career in New York. His background gives him experience with mood disorders and anxiety-related problems, including panic disorder and panic attacks. He helps people make steady progress without promising quick fixes.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people live in line with their values while accepting difficult feelings. It can be useful for ongoing anxiety, mood struggles, and issues like shame that get in the way of daily life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and uses practical exercises to reduce anxious and depressive symptoms. Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes clear, short-term goals and steps that move someone toward what they want to change.Choosing the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative process may start with a simple plan, then shift as needs become clearer.
If you are considering online work, confirm what session types are currently offered before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people practice skills in their day-to-day settings and try homework between meetings. Licensed professionals aim to match the approach and session rhythm to what helps each person make steady progress.
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Sean commonly address?
He helps with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, self-esteem, and depression, along with related issues such as guilt, shame, isolation, mood disorders, panic disorder and panic attacks, and social anxiety.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. He focuses on clear goals, small steps, and skills to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 26 years of professional experience working with people who face anxiety and mood-related challenges.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
He is a New York Psychologist, NY Psychologist 014319, and practices in New York.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. He does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Specific session formats are not listed here; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.