- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Sleep and self-esteem
About Louis
Louis Murden is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) with 27 years of professional experience. He is licensed in Florida and South Carolina. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep problems, low self-esteem, and depression.
He offers straightforward, respectful conversations about what is making life harder. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer coping strategies rather than long theory. He adjusts how he talks and plans sessions to fit the person he is working with.
Louis has helped people address related issues such as panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, attachment and abandonment concerns, and isolation or loneliness. He also supports those facing caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and life transitions like divorce or midlife changes.
In sessions he attends to patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going, and he works with clients to try new ways of responding. He also addresses feelings of guilt, shame, and problems with communication that make relationships harder.
People who choose him can expect a focus on practical coping, clearer decision points, and step-by-step planning for change. He asks questions, listens to what matters most, and helps set concrete next steps. That approach aims to reduce overwhelm and make progress easier to notice.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques include structured problem-solving and cognitive work. Structured problem-solving breaks down worries and daily stressors into concrete steps to try, which can help with anxiety, sleep problems, and motivation. Cognitive work looks at unhelpful thinking patterns and practices alternative ways of thinking, which can reduce distress from worry and low self-esteem.Another common approach is skills-based coping that teaches breathing, grounding, and behavioral experiments. These methods offer short exercises clients can use between sessions to manage panic, reduce rumination, and improve sleep rhythms. Each approach focuses on actions a person can try and then review in the next meeting.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the first sessions. The therapist will work collaboratively to choose methods based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences, and will adjust them over time if something is not helpful.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when days are tight, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about what will fit your routine and the kinds of sessions that work best for your needs.
Areas of expertise
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Experience
27+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, sleep issues, low self-esteem, and depression, plus related concerns like panic attacks and post-traumatic stress.
What is his approach in sessions?
He uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical coping and clearer decision points rather than abstract theory.
How long has he practiced?
He has 27 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with individual clients.
What credentials and where is he based?
He holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and is based in South Carolina while also licensed in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with him?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.