Cory Sullivan, LCSW
Therapist in California
Cory Sullivan is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience helping people adjust after trauma and chronic illness.
- License 113818 · California Expires February 2027
- NPI 1275069577 · national registry
- Experience and languages 7+ years in practice English
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About Cory
Cory Sullivan is a licensed clinical social worker with seven years of experience helping people adjust after trauma and chronic illness. He focuses on practical steps people can take to manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the loss that follows life-changing events. Cory writes and talks plainly so families and individuals can feel understood right away.
He draws on the Gottman Method alongside evidence-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Background and approach
Sessions emphasize building skills to manage strong emotions and reduce unhelpful thinking. Cory also uses mindfulness and Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when they fit the client's needs. Cory has lived experience with traumatic injury and the identity shifts that follow.
That background shapes how he listens and responds. He aims to normalize difficult feelings and to remind people they are not alone in the process. In the therapy room, Cory works to identify strengths people already have.
Then he helps them add tools to cope with caregiver stress, grief, isolation, and other life challenges. He pays attention to concerns common to men, first responders, veterans, and caregivers. Sessions are offered in English and are conducted online by video, phone, live chat, or text messaging.
Cory practices in California as a LCSW and uses straightforward, goal-oriented work to help people move toward greater stability.
Credentials
- LCSW (California)
- License 113818 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1275069577 · national provider identifier
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Focus areas and approaches
Everything Cory lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Depression
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Cancer
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Communication problems
- Emptiness
- Fatherhood issues
- First responder issues
- Guilt and shame
- Isolation / loneliness
- Men's issues
- Midlife crisis
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
Approaches Cory names
- Gottman Method
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
These are the approaches Cory names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
Online support
Approaches that translate well to online work
Gottman Method-informed work focuses on communication patterns and practical interactions. It can help people notice how they talk about problems and practice new ways of relating during everyday moments. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps clients notice difficult thoughts and choose actions that align with their values, which is useful for anxiety, depression, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down worrisome thoughts and teaches concrete strategies to change unhelpful thinking and behavior.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Cory will collaborate with each person to decide which approaches match their goals and life situation. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan over time together.
Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. Video works well for more involved sessions that use visual cues, while phone calls can fit into a work break or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging are useful for brief check-ins, skill practice, and ongoing support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent, even with busy schedules or caregiving responsibilities.
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Frequently asked
What concerns does Cory commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and depression, and also helps with caregiver stress, grief, isolation, and related mood concerns.
What is his general therapy style?
Cory uses a straightforward, skills-based style. He blends evidence-based approaches and mindfulness to teach coping tools and reduce unhelpful thinking.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has seven years of clinical experience and personal experience adjusting to life after traumatic injury, which informs his approach to grief and identity changes.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is a LCSW licensed in California and practices with that credential in the state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to suit different needs and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin therapy with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.
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