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LCSW, LICSW

Anthony Vario, LCSW, LICSW

  • Experience6 years
  • LocationRhode Island
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Client-Centered Therapy
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About Anthony

Anthony Vario brings a warm, reflective approach to therapy that emphasizes acceptance and growth. As an LCSW and LICSW with six years of clinical experience, he focuses on helping people increase self-awareness, build self-acceptance, and find greater meaning in daily life.

Background and approach

He draws on therapeutic methods that encourage curiosity about emotions and patterns while supporting clients to access their strengths and values. His practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, grief, career challenges, coping with life changes, intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

He also works with issues such as abandonment, autism and Asperger syndrome, kink and alternative sex culture, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, divorce and separation, loneliness, and related struggles. Anthony frames therapy as a collaborative process where clients are invited to grow into a fuller, more authentic version of themselves rather than becoming someone different.

Clients can expect a grounded, creative style that balances empathy with practical exploration of emotions and behaviors. He aims to help people feel more connected to their story and more confident in how they move through their lives.

Integrating evidence-based approaches in online therapy

Anthony draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify personal values and take committed action toward a meaningful life, often addressing issues like anxiety, stress, and life transitions. He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and shift unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, which can be practical for managing symptoms of anxiety, impulsivity, and low self-esteem. Additionally he incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills when emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns, offering concrete tools to navigate strong feelings and relationship strains.

Choosing the right therapeutic approach is treated as a collaborative process. He works with clients to determine which methods best match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies over time so the work remains relevant and useful. This collaborative stance helps tailor sessions to individual needs rather than applying a single method rigidly.

Online therapy with him is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility for varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats allow continuing momentum between sessions and can make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives while maintaining consistent therapeutic progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?
He works with a wide set of issues including stress, anxiety, grief, career transitions, intimacy-related concerns, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, and ADHD, along with related topics such as abandonment and isolation.
What is his general therapeutic approach and style?
He uses a warm, creative, and grounded style that emphasizes curiosity and acceptance, integrating approaches like ACT, CBT, DBT, existential, and client-centered therapy to fit each client's needs.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has six years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials with listings AZ LCSW LCSW23782 and MA LICSW LICSW125747, and he is based in Rhode Island.
Which languages are available for sessions and can he see international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are offered for sessions?
He offers flexible online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How does cost and billing work for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin working with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTGriefCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Intimacy-related issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualityYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

6+ years

Licensed

Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Arizona

Languages

English

What Anthony can help with

Anthony Vario works with clients on stress and anxiety, LGBT, grief, career difficulties, and coping with life changes.

Anthony works with people who are seeking more self-awareness, self-acceptance, and meaning in their lives.

How Anthony approaches therapy

Anthony's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.

Experience and training

Anthony is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Rhode Island, with 6 years of clinical experience.