Douglas Carmody, Licensed Clinical Social Worker

I believe therapy works best when it feels safe, honest, and collaborative. My approach is warm, direct, and grounded in helping you understand not only what you are struggling with, but why certain patterns keep showing up in your life. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, depression, addiction, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling stuck, overwhelmed, disconnected, or tired of repeating the same cycles. Together, we slow things down, identify what is happening beneath the surface, and build practical tools for lasting change. My style combines evidence-based therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) informed trauma work, mindfulness, and a person-centered approach. I do not believe therapy is about judgment, blame, or being told what to do. It is about creating space to understand yourself more clearly, process painful experiences, and begin making choices that align with the life you want. I also bring years of experience working in treatment settings, which has shaped my belief that healing is possible even when things feel complicated or deeply rooted. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, trauma, addiction, or relationship concerns, my goal is to help you feel less alone, more grounded, and more capable of moving forward.

Now and Zen Wellness, LLC is a private therapy practice based in Tampa, Florida, offering a warm, grounded space for adults seeking support with anxiety, trauma, addiction, depression, relationship stress, and major life transitions. My practice is built around helping clients feel safe enough to have honest conversations, understand what keeps them stuck, and begin making meaningful changes. I offer individual therapy, couples therapy, and EMDR therapy for clients who want to work through painful experiences, strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and develop healthier patterns. I provide in-person therapy in Tampa and virtual therapy throughout Florida. My style is collaborative, practical, and compassionate. I aim to create a therapy experience that feels human, respectful, and focused on real-life change rather than clinical distance or judgment. In addition to individual and couples therapy, I also offer specialized support for adults dealing with addiction, problematic coping behaviors, trauma responses, relationship difficulties, and emotional overwhelm. My background includes years of experience working in treatment settings, which informs my work with clients who are navigating recovery, shame, stress, and complex life patterns. You can learn more about my practice by visiting my website.