Earl Driscoll, LCSW
Therapist who focuses on addiction and trauma recovery
Details
| Name | Earl Driscoll |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Pennsylvania |
| Licensed in | Pennsylvania |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 17 |
About Earl
Earl Driscoll is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and issues around sexuality and intimacy. He works with people dealing with grief, bipolar disorder, low self-esteem, obsessive or compulsive behaviors, and stress from life changes. Earl offers an affirming approach for LGBTQ+ clients and supports men coping with shame, isolation, and purpose questions.
He favors clear, conversational sessions where clients tell their story and decide what matters most.
Background and approach
Narrative Therapy is part of his practice, so he encourages people to look at the stories they tell about themselves and consider new ways to live. He also uses client-centered methods to follow the client's pace and priorities in each meeting. Practical tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are offered to help manage anxious thoughts and build new habits.
For people processing traumatic memories, he may use Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing to reduce the emotional charge around those memories. Mindfulness practices are woven in to help with stress, compulsions, and cravings. With 17 years of experience, Earl draws on varied approaches to match a person's needs.
He aims for straightforward, no-shame conversations that focus on usable steps. Many sessions involve problem-solving, skills practice, and story work so clients can try small changes between meetings. Earl counsels from Pennsylvania and conducts sessions in English.
He works via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and communication preferences.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Addictions, LGBT, Self esteem among the things Earl works with, alongside the areas below.
- Addictions
- LGBT
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- ADHD
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- HIV / AIDS
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Men's issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Post-traumatic stress
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sex addiction
- Sexuality
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Client-Centered Therapy: Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Mindfulness Therapy: Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Motivational Interviewing: Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Solution-Focused Therapy: Listed by Earl among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Earl directly how much of the work is narrative and what a session usually looks like.
Narrative Therapy in this listing
Narrative Therapy appears in this therapist's own list of approaches. That tells you it is part of how he works. It does not tell you how much of a session it shapes, and this directory does not check or rate training.
If a narrative approach is what you are looking for, it is worth asking Earl directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
How narrative and practical methods translate online
Online work can include Narrative Therapy, which helps people examine the stories they tell about themselves and consider new ways of living. This approach is useful for issues like shame, identity, and relationship patterns because it focuses on meaning and choices rather than labels.He also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which centers the client's goals and pace and relies on listening and empathy to guide sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is offered for direct skill-building to manage anxiety, mood swings, obsessions, and addictive urges through thought and behavior work.
Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps. Clients are invited to give feedback so sessions stay focused on practical progress.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful for deeper conversations and visual connection, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins or routine skill practice. These options make it easier to fit therapy around work, travel, or busy days while keeping care consistent.
Common questions about this listing
What concerns does Earl commonly address?
He supports people with addictions, anxiety, depression, trauma, bipolar disorder, grief, intimacy-related issues, and related concerns like shame, OCD, and process addictions.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He takes a conversational, client-centered approach and uses Narrative Therapy to help people reframe their stories. Sessions tend to mix listening with practical skills.
What is his professional background?
He has 17 years of experience working in mental health settings and brings a range of approaches to support recovery and coping.
What credentials and region are listed for this therapist?
He holds a Pennsylvania LCSW, which is listed as LCSW, and practices from Pennsylvania.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What formats are used for sessions?
Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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