- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Life purpose focus
About Louis
Louis Murden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practitioner (LISW-CP) with 27 years of professional experience. He is licensed in Florida and South Carolina and works with adults facing stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and depression.
He helps people who are unsure what comes next after a life change or who feel stuck in daily routines. He also addresses issues connected to abandonment and attachment, caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, communication breakdowns, divorce and separation, and feelings of guilt or shame. Life purpose and midlife concerns are among the topics he brings into sessions.
In sessions he focuses on practical conversation and a clear plan. He adapts discussion and treatment ideas to each person rather than using a single script. That means talking about specific goals, everyday coping strategies, and small steps clients can try between sessions.
He aims to make sessions straightforward and respectful. Typical work covers sleep routines, stress management, cravings and relapse planning for addictions, and ways to rebuild confidence. He also supports people dealing with panic attacks or mood swings by breaking problems into manageable pieces.
People meet him to look at what is getting in the way of choices and action. He encourages realistic steps toward better daily habits and clearer direction. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking to make sure the format fits their circumstances.
Practical approaches and online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on clear skills and real-world change. One common approach emphasizes behavioral strategies to change daily routines and sleep habits. It helps when stress, low energy, or insomnia are blocking decisions and functioning. Another approach concentrates on managing strong emotions and panic through techniques that slow down physiological reactions and build steady coping skills. These methods are useful for anxiety, panic attacks, and mood regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options, trial methods, and adjust based on a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process helps identify which techniques fit best and which to use in weekly sessions.
Session arrangements should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time. They also let people join from different locations within the same country, which can make consistent appointments simpler to keep.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related issues such as attachment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and life purpose.
How does he approach someone who feels stuck?
He uses practical conversation and collaborative planning, focusing on specific goals, coping strategies, and small steps clients can try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He brings 27 years of professional experience to his work and has practiced across settings in that time.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is credentialed as LCSW and LISW-CP and holds licenses in Florida and South Carolina. He practices from South Carolina.
Can I have sessions in a language other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international sessions available?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; specific pricing depends on the chosen location.
How do I begin scheduling a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.