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- ACT and CBT
- DBT skills
- Gottman Method
About Elena
Elena Spanos, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida, has practiced for 25 years. She helps people address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep problems, anger, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Her stated approach is collaborative problem solving using established therapeutic methods aimed at real change rather than quick fixes.
Spanos focuses on finding practical solutions that fit a person's life. She uses conversations and structured techniques to identify behaviors and thoughts that may be getting in the way. Sessions aim to clarify goals and try strategies that can change daily routines and reactions.
Her background includes an Associate in Science in Human Services Technology from Hillsborough Community College, a Bachelor of Social Work from the University of South Florida, and a Master of Social Work specializing in Clinical Social Work from Michigan State University. She became a licensed therapist in 2000 and opened a private practice in 2002.
Over her career she has worked in schools, homes, outpatient programs, and with couples and military families in various roles. She draws on several therapeutic methods when planning care, choosing approaches that match a person's needs and goals.
Her stated toolkit includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), the Gottman Method, and mindfulness-based techniques. She describes therapy as a collaborative process to find practical ways forward.
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Therapeutic approaches and online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on helping people notice what matters to them and take actions that align with their values, while learning to accept difficult feelings. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) works on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. The Gottman Method targets relationship patterns and communication skills to improve connection and reduce harmful cycles.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can change as progress is made and new issues appear.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, since specific online or in-person options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten a check-in when needed, or avoid travel time. Licensed professionals often adjust pacing and tools for virtual work, using exercises, skills practice, and focused conversation to apply ACT, CBT, or Gottman techniques in everyday life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep issues, anger, ADHD, bipolar symptoms, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style?
She describes a collaborative, problem-solving style that uses conversations and structured techniques to change behaviors and thoughts that hold people back.
How much experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience in the field, became licensed in 2000, and opened a private practice in 2002.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and practices in that state.
What languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988.