Chani Cochran

Connective, evidence-informed social work care

LCSW Florida

Experience: 19 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Chani

Chani Cochran is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 19 years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

She has provided care across outpatient and inpatient settings and now maintains a independent practice where she sees people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family concerns, addictions, self-esteem and identity issues, chronic illness and its emotional impact, and other life transitions.

Her work is grounded in a client-centered philosophy that places the individual’s priorities and goals at the center of treatment. She draws from several evidence-informed methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), tailoring interventions to fit each person’s needs.

Trust, honesty, and ongoing feedback about the direction and effectiveness of therapy are emphasized throughout the process. Chani encourages those facing a crisis or change to acknowledge the courage in seeking help and offers collaborative guidance as clients work toward their goals.

She invites prospective clients to begin the process by selecting the Start Therapy option and completing a brief matching questionnaire.

Practical approaches for online therapy and making them fit your needs

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to problems like anxiety, depression, and stress, often using practical exercises and skills practice. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) blends acceptance and mindfulness strategies with values-based action to help people live with difficult thoughts or feelings while moving toward meaningful goals. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns of relating and attachment needs, exploring how early relationships influence current trust, intimacy, and communication challenges.

Choosing the best approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Chani works collaboratively to match methods to each person’s goals, preferences, and life circumstances. She will invite feedback and adjust strategies over time so the work aligns with what the client finds most helpful.

Online therapy via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging allows greater flexibility for scheduling and for fitting sessions into busy lives. These options make it easier to access regular support from a licensed professional from different locations and accommodate different comfort levels with communication styles while maintaining continuity of care.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Chani address?

She works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, addictions, self-esteem, relationship and family issues, grief, and the emotional effects of chronic illness.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her practice is client-centered, emphasizing collaboration, trust, and regular feedback while drawing on approaches such as CBT, ACT, attachment-based methods, and DBT as appropriate.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She brings 19 years of clinical experience from both outpatient and inpatient settings and currently practices in independent practice in Florida.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential FL LCSW SW12381 and practices in Florida.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

In what formats are sessions offered?

Appointments can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin therapy?

To start, 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 Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBody imageCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersNarcissismPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexualityWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

19+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English