Harvey Norris, LCSW
Seasoned LCSW focused on practical healing
Details
| Name | Harvey Norris |
|---|---|
| Credentials | LCSW |
| Based in | Louisiana |
| Licensed in | Louisiana, Florida |
| Session format | Online |
| Languages | English |
| Years in practice | 35 |
About Harvey
Harvey Norris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 35 years of experience based in Louisiana. He meets people where they are and focuses on practical steps to reduce stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, and trauma-related symptoms. He takes a respectful, down-to-earth approach and treats people with dignity as they work toward the goals that matter most to them.
Harvey uses Narrative Therapy alongside other approaches to help people reframe their stories and make sense of painful experiences.
Background and approach
He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to build coping skills for strong emotions and impulsive behaviors. When trauma is part of the picture, he may include EMDR-informed methods to address distress tied to past events.
He has worked across a wide range of concerns including grief, intimacy and self-esteem struggles, parenting stress, and issues related to chronic illness or cancer. He has extensive experience with post-traumatic stress and with problems linked to substance use and domestic violence. Harvey describes his style as warm and person-centered, aiming to avoid stigmatizing labels while helping clients move forward.
Outside of work he values family life and long-term relationships; he often mentions his wife, their children, and a small terrier named Scruffy. That personal perspective informs a pragmatic, compassionate stance in sessions. Clients can expect steady support, clear tools, and a focus on the next realistic steps toward feeling better.
Sessions are offered in English and can be arranged online through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
What this therapist works with
His listing names Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse among the things Harvey works with, alongside the areas below.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
- Depression
- LGBT
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Coaching
- Cancer
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Impulsivity
- Men's issues
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Post-traumatic stress
Approaches listed
- Narrative Therapy: Named in his listing among his approaches.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Listed by Harvey among the ways he works.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT): Listed by Harvey among the ways he works.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Listed by Harvey among the ways he works.
- Psychodynamic Therapy: Listed by Harvey among the ways he works.
- Training stated: This directory copies the approaches a therapist names and does not check training records. Ask Harvey 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 Harvey directly how he uses it and what a session usually looks like.
Online session options
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Harvey often blends Narrative Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address both the story someone tells about their life and the practical skills needed day to day. Narrative Therapy helps people separate themselves from painful problems and reframe difficult experiences to find new possibilities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions to build different habits and reduce distress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving tolerance for distress, and reducing impulsive behaviors.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Harvey works with each person to figure out which methods match their goals and comfort level, and he adjusts the plan as progress is made. He aims to be pragmatic and respectful, so people leave sessions with clear next steps and tools they can try between meetings.
Online therapy is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video calls let people use visual cues and longer conversations, while phone sessions can fit a quick check-in or be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging suit brief updates, reflective exercises, or ongoing coaching-style support. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care across busy schedules and changing circumstances.
Common questions about this listing
What issues does he help with?
Harvey works with concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, intimacy issues, and parenting-related stress.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a person-centered stance that emphasizes respect and collaboration, combining Narrative Therapy with practical skills from CBT and DBT to address thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.
How much experience does he have?
He brings 35 years of experience in the mental health field, including long-term work with trauma, post-traumatic stress, and addiction-related concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Florida and Louisiana, and he practices from Louisiana.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are accepted, so people outside the United States may be matched for sessions depending on licensing and regional regulations.
What formats are used for sessions?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different needs and schedules.
How does cost and getting started work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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