Leva Talton, LCSW
Compassionate LCSW for trauma and relationships
- Trauma and anxiety care
- Family and relationship therapy
- Mindfulness and practical skills
About Leva Talton
Leva Talton is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with eight years of experience as a psychotherapist. She holds a B.A. in Psychology, cum laude, with a minor in Public Administration from the University of South Florida, and earned an MSW in Clinical Social Work from Columbia University, graduating summa cum laude. Her LCSW credential indicates advanced clinical training and authorization to provide psychotherapy in Florida.
Across her career she has worked with clients from early childhood through late adulthood, addressing a broad range of concerns including anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, bipolar disorders, depression, trauma and PTSD, schizophrenia, substance-related issues, and relationship and family difficulties. Her practice also includes attention to grief, intimacy and sexual concerns, parenting challenges, caregiver stress, body image and attachment or abandonment issues.
Her therapeutic stance is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative - meeting people where they are and helping them navigate life’s challenges without assuming a fixed roadmap. She integrates mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment strategies, psychodynamic insight, and solution-focused methods so that clients remain active contributors to their care. Treatment plans are individualized and goal-oriented, shaped by each person’s needs and priorities. Leva supports clients through practical skills building and reflective work to help them move forward.
Across her career she has worked with clients from early childhood through late adulthood, addressing a broad range of concerns including anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions, bipolar disorders, depression, trauma and PTSD, schizophrenia, substance-related issues, and relationship and family difficulties. Her practice also includes attention to grief, intimacy and sexual concerns, parenting challenges, caregiver stress, body image and attachment or abandonment issues.
Her therapeutic stance is warm, nonjudgmental, and collaborative - meeting people where they are and helping them navigate life’s challenges without assuming a fixed roadmap. She integrates mindfulness with cognitive-behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment strategies, psychodynamic insight, and solution-focused methods so that clients remain active contributors to their care. Treatment plans are individualized and goal-oriented, shaped by each person’s needs and priorities. Leva supports clients through practical skills building and reflective work to help them move forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Leva Talton have?
Leva Talton has 8 years of clinical experience as a psychotherapist.
Is Leva Talton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: FL LCSW SW18948.
In which languages does Leva Talton provide therapy?
Leva Talton provides therapy in English.
Where is Leva Talton located?
She is located in Florida.
How can I work with Leva Talton as my therapist?
You can work with Leva Talton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Leva Talton work with international clients?
Leva Talton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Leva Talton cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online
Leva Talton blends practical, evidence-informed methods to address emotional and relational difficulties. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when unpleasant thoughts or feelings arise - it is often useful for anxiety, avoidance, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering concrete tools for managing symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist listens actively and helps clients explore their own priorities and strengths - this approach is well suited for work on self-esteem, grief, and relationship challenges.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Leva works collaboratively with clients and licensed professionals to tailor techniques to individual goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting methods as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility to engage via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to access consistent support from home or elsewhere. These options allow therapy to be more accessible while preserving the collaborative, skills-based work that supports meaningful change.