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Tony McKee

Calm, practical guidance for life transitions

LCSW North Carolina

Experience
20 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Grief, Parenting
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing
Languages
English

About Tony

Tony McKee is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in North Carolina with two decades of experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, depression, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

He also works with caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, issues around forgiveness, guilt and shame, and questions of life purpose and self-love. Tony centers his work on the belief that clients are the experts of their own stories and that existing strengths can be used to navigate difficult moments.

His approach blends practical, goal-oriented techniques with collaborative exploration. He commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alongside motivational interviewing and narrative and solution-focused methods to help clients reframe unhelpful patterns, clarify priorities, and take concrete steps toward change.

New clients are welcomed with recognition that reaching out takes courage, and Tony aims to create a supportive environment where progress is shaped by each person’s values and pace.

Approaches for Change Delivered Online

CBT helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, providing practical tools to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress and to support coping during life transitions. Motivational Interviewing focuses on exploring a person’s own reasons for change through guided conversation, often useful when someone feels stuck or uncertain about next steps.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Tony works with each client to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, and adjusts the plan over time based on what proves most helpful in session and between meetings.

Online therapy with Tony can include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to access consistent support from wherever a client is located, and they allow therapy to fit into busy lives while maintaining continuity of care with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he commonly address?
Tony supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, parenting challenges, depression, and coping with life changes, along with caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, forgiveness issues, guilt and shame, life purpose, and self-love.
What is his therapeutic style and approach?
He combines practical, goal-oriented methods with collaborative exploration, using cognitive behavioral techniques alongside motivational interviewing, narrative therapy, and solution-focused strategies to help clients identify strengths and workable steps forward.
How much experience does he bring to sessions?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life adjustment concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he licensed?
Tony holds the credential LCSW and is licensed in North Carolina with NC LCSW C005160.
Can he work with people outside the United States?
Yes, he accepts international clients and conducts sessions with people who are located outside the U.S.
Which session formats does he offer?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin therapy with him?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeSelf-love

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English