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Dr. S. Abraham Varghese

Therapist
20 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
  • Couples therapy, Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Dr. Abraham holds a Ph.D. from the University of Central Florida and is licensed to practice mental health (LCSW) and substance abuse/addiction (CAP) therapy in Florida. Dr. Abraham has extensive training and experience in various counseling techniques, including treatment methods endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association and the World Health Organization, such as EMDR (for PTSD and other trauma-related disorders), CBT, DBT, Psychoanalytic Approaches, and other traditional treatments for mood disorders, relational issues, and different addictive behaviors. In counseling practice, he promotes change, focusing on achieving a more fulfilling life and addressing one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.

My approach to therapy

Dr. Abraham works with clients individually to understand their unique issues and apply evidence-based treatment methods tailored to meet their specific needs. In couples and family therapy, the focus is on increasing understanding and empathy, helping couples to validate one another, and strengthening their communication. He has experience working with individuals struggling with PTSD, anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, panic attacks, social anxiety, addiction, anger issues, and grief. He employs a positive, collaborative, and person-centered approach to help clients achieve their goals and develop the skills necessary to reach their full potential.

What you can expect from me

Dr. Abraham has over 20 years of experience working with adults, couples, and families. His practice is based on research-backed clinical therapies that are highly effective and focused on achieving the best outcomes. With an emphasis on reaching your goals, he works with you to define your objectives and helps reframe how you and your family view life situations and various challenges. The individualized treatment approach is tailored to your goals and customized to meet your specific needs and objectives.

About me

  • I identify as
    Asian, Man
  • My style is
    Participatory, Affirming, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    20 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at University of Central Florida, MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of South Florida
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, End of life care, Grief or loss, Trauma, PTSD, Transgender issues, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Family-Based Treatment for Eating Disorders, Multi-Systemic (MST), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Strategic Family Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Structural Family, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Trauma Focused CBT, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Couples therapy, Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    13902 North Dale Mabry Highway Suite 118
    Tampa, FL 33618