- 25 years experience
- Focus on sleep
- Practical strategies
About Abraham
Abraham Knowles is an LCSW with 25 years of practice in Florida. He uses straightforward, client-centered care to help people manage stress, anxiety, sleep problems, and trauma. He explains things plainly and listens first to understand each person's situation.
He trained at the University of South Florida, earning master's degrees in Social Work and Public Health in 1995. Over the years he has worked in schools, community mental health, substance abuse programs, and home health settings. That variety informs how he supports people facing depression, addiction, grief, and relationship struggles.
In sessions he emphasizes practical strategies alongside open conversation. He often draws on cognitive behavioral approaches to identify patterns of thinking and behavior. He also uses client-centered methods that let people set the pace and focus of their work together.
Abraham has experience running individual and group sessions and providing case management when that is helpful. He also uses elements of trauma-focused work when clients have been through abuse or overwhelming events. He aims to help people build confidence, reduce symptoms, and improve daily functioning.
Outside of practice he enjoys reading, theater, and time with his family. He has volunteered with his church youth group for over 20 years and brings that long-term commitment to his therapeutic relationships. To begin, he asks clients to talk about what matters most and then co-creates a plan that fits their life and goals.
How his approaches translate to online therapy
Abraham often combines client-centered work with cognitive behavioral tools. Client-Centered Therapy means the conversation starts with what matters most to the person. The therapist listens and follows the client's lead to build trust and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to problems and then trying specific exercises and experiments to change them.Choosing the right approach is collaborative. Abraham will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they decide whether to emphasize skill-building, trauma-focused steps, or open, supportive listening as the main path forward.
The original biography does not specify which online session types are used, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people try different ways of working while keeping the focus on practical strategies for sleep, anxiety, and daily functioning.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Abraham work with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, trauma, addictions, relationship and family issues, and related concerns such as grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is his general therapy style?
He practices a client-centered style that emphasizes listening first and setting the pace together, combined with practical cognitive behavioral techniques to change thinking and behavior patterns.
What experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of experience across schools, community mental health, substance abuse programs, and home health services, which shapes a broad, practical approach to care.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LCSW, licensed in Florida, and practices from Florida.
Which languages are supported and can he work internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before scheduling.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.