- Solution focused
- Client led
- Trauma informed
About Abigail
Abigail Buteau is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida. She brings five years of clinical experience as a therapist and offers direct, practical help for people facing tough life moments. Abigail aims to partner with clients to find clear steps forward rather than focusing only on problems.
She has worked with people affected by trauma, abuse, and abandonment, including those who have navigated foster care and adoption challenges. She also has experience supporting caregivers, people facing end-of-life decisions, and those dealing with complicated grief. Abigail helps with common concerns such as anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, stress, relationship strain, parenting worries, and burnout.
In sessions she uses a solution-focused stance and client-centered techniques so the person’s priorities set the pace. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used when helpful to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. The work is collaborative - she and the client identify goals and try small, practical steps toward them.
People who appreciate clear action plans and a respectful listening approach tend to do well with her. She supports parents coping with blended family issues, communication problems, and codependency. She also works with people facing fertility, immigration, or caregiver-related stress.
Abigail conducts therapy in English and practices in Florida. To begin, prospective clients complete a short questionnaire and schedule sessions according to availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How Abigail’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Abigail draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow what matters most to the person. That means she listens first, asks questions that clarify priorities, and lets the client guide the session’s focus. This approach helps when someone needs steady support and a space to sort feelings.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. CBT provides concrete strategies to test and change unhelpful thinking patterns and is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.
Choosing an approach is a team task. Abigail will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then suggest methods that fit. The plan can change as progress is made and new needs come up, keeping the work flexible and practical.
Because session formats were not specified in the biography, confirm the current online session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists can also use screen-based tools or worksheets during sessions to support skill-building and tracking progress.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She helps with trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, stress, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting and caregiver stress, and related areas like abandonment and adoption challenges.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She uses solution-focused methods combined with client-centered listening to set goals and try small steps forward.
What is her professional background?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with five years of clinical experience working with people affected by trauma, foster care and adoption issues, substance concerns, and end-of-life care.
Where does she practice and what credential does she hold?
She practices in Florida and holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location and therapist availability.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling sessions according to the therapist's availability.