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Douglas Carmody(He/Him/His)

(He/Him/His)
Master of Social Work, MSWLicensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Florida
Addiction- Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression-Medical professionals' mental health-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)-
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Professional statement

Douglas Carmody, LCSW, is a licensed mental health therapist and owner of Now & Zen Wellness, a private practice located in the Carrollwood area of Tampa, Florida. He specializes in helping adults and young adults navigate life's challenges, including anxiety, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and stress-related concerns. Douglas creates a safe and compassionate environment for clients who are ready to find calm, heal emotional wounds, and rediscover balance in their daily lives. His work focuses on helping individuals gain clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of hope for themselves and their futures.

Douglas utilizes a range of evidence-based practices in his therapeutic approach, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). He tailors each session to his clients' unique needs, blending structured techniques with mindfulness to help individuals uncover the root causes of their distress and build lasting emotional strength. Clients describe his style as authentic and empathetic, highlighting how he helps them feel understood and empowered to create meaningful change.

Before founding Now & Zen Wellness, Douglas gained extensive experience working in both individual and group therapy settings, supporting clients dealing with complex trauma, mood disorders, and substance use issues. His expertise includes clinical roles in hospitals and outpatient clinics, where he built a strong foundation in trauma-informed care and holistic wellness. This diverse experience allows him to draw from a range of therapeutic tools that honor each person's unique story and strengths.

Douglas offers in-person sessions at his Carrollwood office and telehealth appointments across Florida. He prioritizes accessibility and comfort with flexible scheduling in a confidential environment. Whether meeting in person or virtually, Douglas views therapy as a collaborative journey based on compassion and the belief that healing is always possible.


Message to clients

Dr. Wayne Dyer said, "When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change". I twisted it and said, "When you get better, your world gets better". I believe that for anyone who truly desires to change something in their life, their environment changes in turn. What are some things you want to change? Perhaps you would like to overcome an addiction, feel less anxious, let go of the past, process unresolved trauma or grief, or communicate better? I have helped hundreds of people who come from all walks of life at different stages of their lives, and I think they share one thing in common: I believe in them.

To you, I say please, if you are stumbling on the fence of whether you should do "the selfish" thing and talk to a real, live mental health professional, get on the winning side of asking for help. Because when you ask, you shall receive. You did not stumble on this page by accident. You sought something. Let's work together and figure out what that something is.

For the Betterment of You.

-Douglas Carmody, LCSW


Licensure

Florida: SW 24424

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Medical professionals' mental health - Support navigating work-related expectations and stress; addressing issues of burnout, hierarchical pressures, and vicarious trauma

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Allegiance
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • Cigna
  • Evernorth
  • Florida Blue
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$150 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $150

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