Therapist profile
B. Winnifred Cazeau, LICSW, LCSW-C
Maryland
LICSW LCSW-C - Family and Anger
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- CredentialsLICSW, LCSW-C
- LicenseLCSW-C, Maryland / 14886; LICSW, District of Columbia / LC50078894
- NPI1912138785
- Experience13 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Haitian Creole
- LocationMaryland
About
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About B.
B. Winnifred Cazeau is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical (LCSW-C) in Maryland and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in the District of Columbia with 13 years of clinical practice. She uses counseling and coaching to help people facing family challenges, grief, depression, anger, career questions, parenting concerns, and trauma-related issues. Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
Winnifred draws on a mix of practical methods. She respects that people know their own story and looks for strengths to build on. In sessions she talks through current problems, sets clear goals, and works on skills to manage reactions and stress. Coaching conversations may focus on steps toward work or life goals while counseling addresses emotional coping and relationship patterns.
Her background includes work as a crisis counselor, director of a family preservation program, advocate, and clinical supervisor. She also provides training and leadership coaching through her practice, Perfect Imperfection, LLC. Her master's degree in social work is from the University of Maryland, with a focus on child, adolescent, and family health.
People who prefer straightforward, goal-focused conversations may find this approach helpful. The work can include practical strategies from cognitive and acceptance-based methods, motivational interviewing to clarify next steps, and short-term solution-focused planning. She encourages breaking big problems into manageable steps.
Before booking, confirm current session options and formats. Winnifred does not accept international clients.
How sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and then choosing actions that align with personal values. It can help with ongoing anger, life changes, and situations that generate stuck patterns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for depression, anxiety, and managing strong reactions. Motivational Interviewing is a brief, goal-oriented approach that helps clarify reasons for change and strengthen commitment to specific next steps.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify what fits their goals and preferences. Sessions may combine acceptance strategies, practical skill building, and motivational conversations so the plan matches what the person needs right now.
Confirm current session formats before booking. The practical benefits of online work include easier fitting of sessions into a busy day, the option for shorter check-ins when needed, and flexibility for people balancing work or caregiving. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep progress consistent while adapting the pace and tools to everyday life.
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Experience
13+ years
Listed in
Maryland, District of Columbia
Languages
English, Haitian Creole
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with people on family issues, parenting stress, grief, depression, anger, career transitions, trauma, and related concerns such as codependency and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style combines practical problem solving with strengths-based conversation. Sessions focus on clear goals, skill practice, and short-term steps toward change.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 13 years of clinical experience, plus earlier roles in crisis counseling, family preservation, advocacy, and supervision.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds LICSW and LCSW-C credentials. The LCSW-C is in Maryland and the LICSW is in the District of Columbia.
Which languages are supported during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Haitian Creole.
Can I have sessions from outside the United States?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If anyone is unsafe, use the crisis numbers.