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Maxwell Merritt, IV, LPC

  • Experience9 years
  • LocationGeorgia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Grief
  • Therapy approachesCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
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About Maxwell

Maxwell Merritt, IV is a Georgia-licensed counselor who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD.

Background and approach

With an LPC credential and nine years of experience, he draws on practical, skills-based methods to help clients address mood challenges, process loss, and strengthen daily coping strategies. He emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental approach that invites clients to explore thoughts and feelings at a comfortable pace.

His work integrates evidence-informed techniques to build confidence, improve communication, and reduce impulsive or avoidant patterns that interfere with life goals. Maxwell pays attention to co-occurring concerns such as chronic pain and illness, substance issues, relationship strain, and feelings of isolation so treatment can be tailored to each person’s needs.

He encourages taking the first step toward change and offers steady support as clients experiment with new habits and perspectives.

Practical approaches for online therapy and coping skills

Maxwell integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy into remote work in ways that emphasize clear, actionable skills. CBT focuses on identifying and testing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms, while DBT teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness for managing intense feelings and impulsivity.

Choosing the right method is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to explore goals, preferences, and what techniques fit best, adjusting the approach as progress is made and priorities change.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to offer flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it possible to practice skills between sessions, maintain continuity when life is busy, and access support from a licensed professional without needing to travel to an office.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of difficulties does this therapist address?
Areas of focus include stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem concerns, depression, and ADHD, along with related issues like mood disorders, isolation, and impulsivity.
What is the therapist's overall approach in sessions?
The clinician uses practical, skills-oriented methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients build coping tools and change unhelpful patterns.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has nine years of professional experience working with people on mood, motivation, and coping concerns.
Where is the therapist licensed and what are the credentials?
The provider holds an LPC license in Georgia with licence number GA LPC LPC012230.
Can I work with this therapist if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted; services are offered for clients located within the permitted regions.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are accessed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Autism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasSelf-harmSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English

About

Maxwell Merritt, IV is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Georgia, not currently accepting new clients.