I’m Cory Sullivan, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker trained at the University of Southern California. I’m passionate about helping people find their “new normal” after traumatic injury or chronic illness, and I bring both clinical and lived insight into the grief and identity shifts that can follow. I take an eclectic, integrative approach to anxiety and depression, blending practical tools, psychoeducation, and collaborative support. My clients know they don’t have to face this alone — we work through it together.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we’ll slow down and focus on getting a clear picture of you — not just the symptoms that brought you in. I take time to build rapport and understand the experiences that have shaped you across your life. Together, we’ll identify strengths that have helped you overcome past challenges and begin introducing practical strategies to address what you’re facing now.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My greatest strength is creating a space where clients feel understood and at ease. I’m highly attuned to both what’s said and what isn’t, often noticing subtle nonverbal cues that reveal deeper emotions and experiences. I help clients recognize their existing strengths and use them to build a life worth living — especially when adjusting to a new normal after injury or permanent disability. My approach is direct, collaborative, and grounded in helping you move forward with clarity and resilience.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My ideal client is driven and capable on the outside but exhausted inside. Anxiety disrupts their sleep, focus, and relationships, or they’re rebuilding after injury, illness, or a major life shift. They want more than venting — they want clear, practical tools that work in real time and that I have used personally. Their goal is steady confidence, emotional control without rigidity, and a renewed sense of purpose. They’re ready to do focused work to feel like themselves again. Above all, they want to stop white-knuckling life and start living it with intention.
Eclectic
An eclectic approach to therapy means I draw from various methods, like cognitive-behavioral, dialectical behavioral therapy, trauma-focused, and incorporating videos, quotes, and literature or philosophies that will help forge a path to your healing. It’s flexible, allowing me to adapt strategies based on what works best for you. We’ll collaborate to set goals and use the most effective tools to help you grow. This approach considers your whole experience—thoughts, feelings, and background. It’s all about finding the right fit to support your journey without being bogged down by one individual treatment modality.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I like to help clients identify and challenge negative thoughts by finding healthy alternatives. We'll work to improve thought patterns and engage in positive behaviors, to reduce emotional distress and enhance problem-solving.
5 ratings with written reviews
May 1, 2025
While I wish my sessions were solution oriented and more empowering, at the end of the day we are all trying our best to help one another and my therapy so far I'd say has been better than the last few times I've tried seeking mental help. For what it's worth, give him a shot and see what happens.
April 29, 2025
Coming into the patient/therapist relationship, I needed to feel heard and my feelings validated. Cory does that. He doesn’t miss anything I’ve said, regardless of how long ago. I am thankful for my weekly sessions and couldn’t ask for better support.
April 24, 2025
Cory is extremely kind and thoughtful when listening and responding to different situations and he is very good at reading the reactions and body language of his clients. He is also extremely attentive to the needs of his clients when talked about. Additionally, talking to Cory is very easy as he is open, and often makes the space comfortable for various topics.