Anthony Vario, LCSW, LICSW

Anthony Vario is a licensed social worker who offers a warm, reflective approach to therapy. He combines practical tools with thoughtful listening to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, and midlife questions. Anthony aims to help clients feel understood and more connected to themselves.

He uses methods drawn from acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and client-centered work to help people notice patterns and try new ways of responding. Sessions often focus on everyday problems like career strain, intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also addresses concerns such as ADHD, compassion fatigue, and issues related to LGBT identity.

Anthony has six years of clinical experience and holds LCSW and LICSW credentials. He practices in Rhode Island and conducts sessions in English. His style is described as grounded and creative, with attention to emotion and practical steps that clients can take between meetings.

In a session he helps people name what matters to them and build small, doable habits that reflect those values. He works with topics including abandonment, communication problems, codependency, and isolation or loneliness. People who come for help often want clearer priorities and steadier ways to handle stress.

To get started, prospective clients use the site’s Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability. Costs vary with location and subscription details, which can be canceled at any time.

How his approaches translate to online work

Anthony uses acceptance and commitment therapy to help people notice painful thoughts and choose actions that match their values; this approach can help with career shifts, midlife questions, and making steady changes when life feels confusing. Client-centered therapy is focused on listening and understanding the person in front of him; it aims to create space for clients to clarify what matters and feel heard. Cognitive behavioral therapy breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete strategies to reduce anxiety and manage impulsivity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Anthony will work with each person to identify which methods fit their goals and preferences. Together they decide whether to emphasize values work, skills practice, or supportive reflection based on needs and progress.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the profile. Online work can help fit therapy into a busy day, make follow-up easier, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also make it simpler to continue momentum between in-person meetings and bring learned skills into everyday routines.