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Jonathan Nelson III

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Jonathan Nelson III, LCSW

Florida

LCSW - Anger and Relationship Concerns

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Key details

  • CredentialsLCSW
  • LicenseLCSW, Florida / SW12912
  • NPI1629550744
  • Experience12 years
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • LocationFlorida

About

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing

About Jonathan

Jonathan Nelson III is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 12 years of clinical experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem struggles, trauma and other life changes.

He writes plainly about how people hide pain and push through without dealing with it. He notes that admitting you need help can be one of the hardest steps. That recognition is the starting point he asks for before practical work begins.

Jonathan uses straightforward conversations and active techniques to move past autopilot patterns. He helps people name what they are avoiding, practice different choices, and try new ways of handling emotions and relationships. He asks clients to take small, realistic steps rather than waiting for a perfect plan.

His background includes clinical work in nonprofit settings, correctional facilities, private practice, and work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Jonathan has experience in direct psychotherapy, supervision, and clinical administration, which informs how he organizes sessions and sets goals.

He draws on therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Client-Centered approaches, along with motivational and solution-focused techniques. He encourages a collaborative approach where the client and therapist decide on practical next steps and measure progress along the way.

How sessions work

Therapeutic approaches and online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people decide what matters to them and take small actions even when emotions are strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and uses practical exercises to try different responses. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can shape their own goals and decisions.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Jonathan will collaborate with each person to pick approaches that fit their goals and daily life. He treats the choice as flexible and will adjust methods based on how things are progressing and what the client prefers.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions help fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid travel time. Jonathan’s clinical approaches translate to brief skill practice, focused problem-solving, and values-driven homework that can be done between appointments to support progress.

Areas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteem

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of anger and related problems does he address?

He works with anger alongside stress, relationship issues, addictions, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. Clients often bring concerns about work frustration, snapping at loved ones, or long-standing resentment.

What is his general approach in sessions?

He uses clear, active conversations that combine Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and solution-focused techniques. The focus is on naming patterns and practicing small, useful changes.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 12 years of experience in clinical roles including direct psychotherapy, supervision, and clinical administration. That history includes work in nonprofits, correctional settings, private practice, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

What credential does he hold and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as FL LCSW, and practices in Florida.

What languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the U.S. work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and billing work?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on your location.

How do I begin a first session?

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