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Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed

LCSW, LCSW-C

Therapist · Indiana · 14+ years of experience

Practical, direct therapy for anger and life stress

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About Nathaniel

Nathaniel 'Nathan' Reed is a licensed social worker who helps people work through anger, stress, and life transitions. He brings 14 years of experience to conversations about relationships, work pressures, identity, and coping after loss. Nathan aims to make sessions direct and practical so people leave with ideas they can try right away.

He uses approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Attachment-Based Therapy to guide the work. Sessions often focus on spotting patterns that fuel anger or anxiety, and on steps to change daily routines and responses. Nathan emphasizes small, realistic changes that build stronger routines and steadier reactions.

Nathan also supports people dealing with addiction, trauma, grief, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem. He helps parents manage parenting stress, and assists those facing burnout or compassion fatigue. People exploring identity, kink and alternative sex cultures, or relationship boundaries will find direct, nonjudgmental conversation.

Practical problem solving is central to his style. He breaks problems into manageable parts, teaches concrete skills, and checks progress along the way. Sessions are collaborative - clients set priorities and Nathan tailors techniques to fit those goals.

Nathan holds LCSW and LCSW-C credentials and practices in Indiana. He works in English and focuses on helping people move from reacting to responding, so everyday life feels more manageable and less overwhelming.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsLGBTTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesInfidelityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Gottman MethodMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family SystemsSystemic Therapy

Experience

14+ years

Credentials

Indiana, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Oregon

Languages

English

Therapy approaches to manage anger and life change

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without letting them control actions. It focuses on values and small steps toward a life that matters despite uncomfortable emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often helpful for anger, anxiety, and mood concerns. Attachment-Based Therapy examines how early relationship patterns shape reactions today and can help people form more stable connections and respond differently in tense moments.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Nathan will collaborate with each person to pick techniques that match their goals and preferences. That means trying tools, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together over time so sessions stay useful and focused.

Session format options are not specified in the profile, so confirm current session choices before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand it. Many people find remote sessions helpful for consistent follow-up and applying skills between meetings, but the specific formats available should be verified when arranging appointments.

At a glance

Listed location
Indiana
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
LCSW, LCSW-C
Languages
English
License (Indiana)
LCSW · No. 34005577A
License (Pennsylvania)
LCSW · No. CW017595
License (Maryland)
LCSW-C · No. 33038
License (Oregon)
LCSW · No. L16452
NPI
1174787782

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Nathan address?

Nathan helps with anger, stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, parenting strain, career transitions, identity questions, and related issues listed on his profile.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a direct, practical approach that focuses on small, achievable steps. Sessions emphasize skill building and problem solving tailored to each person's goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has 14 years of experience working with people on emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma recovery, and related concerns.

What credentials does he hold and where is he based?

He holds LCSW and LCSW-C credentials and is based in Indiana.

In which languages can someone work with him?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients schedule sessions?

International clients are not currently accepted, so sessions are offered to people within applicable licensing regions.

How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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