Sean McDermott
Experienced psychologist guiding practical change
NY Psychologist 014319 New York
- Experience
- 26 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Languages
- English
About Sean
Sean McDermott is a New York licensed psychologist (NY Psychologist 014319) with 26 years of professional experience helping people face stress, anxiety, relationship strain, anger, low self-esteem, and depression.
Background and approach
He approaches clients with the view that they know their own story and already hold strengths that can be used to move past obstacles. That perspective guides his work and shapes the way he partners with each person who seeks support.
McDermott draws on practical, evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and solution-focused techniques to help clients build skills, shift unhelpful thinking, and set concrete steps toward change. He emphasizes courage and steady progress, offering encouragement while helping clients identify small, manageable actions that fit their life.
His style is collaborative and grounded in real-world problem solving, aimed at helping people regain motivation, improve relationships, and reduce persistent mood and anxiety symptoms.
Practical therapeutic approaches delivered online
Sean McDermott uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering concrete skills to manage anxiety, low mood, and panic symptoms. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy complements that work by encouraging values-based action and mindfulness strategies to reduce avoidance and build psychological flexibility. These approaches are focused on real-world change and can be tailored to address stress, relationship issues, anger, and self-esteem concerns.Determining which approach fits best is a collaborative process. He works with each person to explore their goals, preferences, and daily challenges, and then adapts techniques so they feel relevant and manageable. The aim is to develop a plan that combines practical tools with personal priorities rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make it easier to schedule consistent work around busy lives. These formats allow for flexible pacing, frequent check-ins, and the chance to practice new skills between conversations, supporting steady progress from wherever the client is located in New York.
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Experience
26+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English