Savita Azza-Patel

Compassionate, practical support for life transitions

LCSW Florida

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Family, Grief
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Savita

Savita Azza-Patel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, family challenges, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She brings about 10 years of social work experience across settings such as child protection, education, hospitals, end-of-life care, and mental health clinics, and she adapts her work to meet each person’s unique situation and background.

Her approach blends client-centered principles with elements of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), aiming to create a respectful, compassionate space where clients are treated as the experts in their own lives.

Savita has supported individuals through issues including attachment and abandonment concerns, adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, communication and commitment difficulties, and coping with illness or hospice-related challenges. She emphasizes tailored dialogue and collaborative planning so clients can build practical skills for managing symptoms and navigating life changes.

Savita welcomes people who are new to therapy as well as those returning to services, and she strives to meet each person where they are with sensitivity and practical support.

Therapeutic approaches for online support

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors. It is practical and skills-oriented, often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and problems that interfere with daily functioning.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, allowing people to explore their feelings and priorities at their own pace. This approach supports self-directed growth and can be helpful when navigating grief, family concerns, or life transitions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is done collaboratively. The therapist will work with each person to consider symptoms, goals, and personal preferences, and then tailor sessions using elements of CBT or client-centered work as appropriate.

Online therapy with video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and different communication styles. These options can make it easier to attend regular sessions while balancing work, caregiving, or mobility needs, and they allow licensed professionals to provide consistent support across a variety of practical situations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Savita commonly work with?

She addresses stress, anxiety, family difficulties, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, as well as related issues like abandonment, attachment concerns, caregiver stress, and isolation.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style combines client-centered therapy with cognitive behavioral techniques, focusing on respectful, collaborative conversations and practical skills to manage symptoms and behaviors.

What is her professional background?

She has approximately 10 years of experience working in settings that include child protection, education, hospitals, end-of-life care, and mental health clinics.

What are her credentials and where is she located?

Savita is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida with the license number FL LCSW SW19470.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working with her?

Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and preferences.

How does pricing work for therapy with her?

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

What should I do to begin working with her?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGrief Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / lonelinessLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English