Harvey Norris

Compassionate, experienced LCSW for complex concerns

LCSW Louisiana

Experience: 35 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Harvey

Harvey Norris is a licensed clinical social worker based in Louisiana with 35 years of experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and related concerns.

Background and approach

He is comfortable addressing a wide range of issues including depression, grief, self-esteem struggles, intimacy-related challenges, parenting questions, and concerns related to chronic illness or cancer. Harvey also brings experience with substance-related problems, domestic violence, and post-traumatic stress among other focused areas.

His style is rooted in respect and a person-centered stance that emphasizes meeting individuals where they are and working alongside them toward goals they define. Harvey integrates several evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, narrative techniques, and psychodynamic perspectives, tailoring methods to the situation rather than following a single formula.

He values compassionate, nonstigmatizing care and encourages clients to approach change with patience and courage. Outside of his clinical work he notes a long marriage and a lively household shared with five children and a small terrier named Scruffy, details that reflect his grounded, relational approach to life and practice.

Online Therapy Approaches and What They Help With

Harvey commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR when working with clients online. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it a practical option for addressing anxiety, depression, stress, and some forms of addiction. EMDR uses guided attention and memory processing techniques to reduce the intensity of traumatic memories and can be helpful for people experiencing post-traumatic stress or other trauma-related symptoms.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Harvey works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best align with their goals, history, and preferences. He aims to adapt techniques rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, combining elements from DBT, narrative, or psychodynamic perspectives when they serve the client's needs.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care from home or other convenient locations, and they allow therapy to continue across distances, including for international clients who can be matched for sessions in English.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?

Harvey works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem issues, grief, intimacy-related concerns, parenting questions, and LGBT-related matters, among other topics.

What is the therapist's overall approach to therapy?

Their approach is person-centered and collaborative, drawing on methods such as CBT, DBT, EMDR, narrative, and psychodynamic techniques to match interventions to each client's needs.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The therapist brings 35 years of experience in the mental health field, having worked with a broad range of concerns including trauma and post-traumatic stress.

What credentials and location does this clinician hold?

He is an LCSW with licenses FL LCSW SW8113 and LA LCSW 14331, and practices from Louisiana.

Can people who live outside the country work with this therapist?

Yes, international clients are accepted and the therapist provides services in English.

Which session formats are offered for therapy?

Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How is pricing handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin working with this clinician?

To get started select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also works with

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCoaching

Additional focus areas

CancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionImpulsivityMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPost-traumatic stress

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Narrative TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

35+ years

Licensed

Louisiana, Florida

Languages

English