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Entry 046334New York / United States

Anne York

Anne York, LCSW

New York 5 years in practice

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LCSW - Stress and trauma focused

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  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

About Anne

LCSW in New York with five years' clinical experience, Anne York focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addiction, mood concerns, parenting and family-related issues. She uses Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy in her work. Anne speaks English and practices in New York.

Anne begins by listening to what matters most to the person in front of her. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and helps them set concrete goals. Sessions emphasize practical steps, short-term problem solving, and making steady progress toward priorities like managing anxiety, coping with life changes, or addressing substance-related concerns.

Her background includes more than a decade in the nonprofit sector overseeing programs for people affected by mental health challenges, substance use, homelessness, and employment barriers. She has combined program leadership with direct clinical work, keeping client goal planning central to both roles.

In sessions she draws on motivational interviewing to help people find reasons for change. Solution-focused techniques are used to build on what already works and to create manageable action steps. Trauma-focused methods guide work with those needing focused support after difficult experiences.

Anne aims for clear, straightforward conversation about what to try next. She helps people identify small changes that fit into daily life and checks progress each session. The emphasis is on practical tools and collaborative planning rather than long theoretical talk.

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How Anne uses evidence-informed methods in remote work

Anne draws on Client-Centered Therapy to focus sessions on the client's priorities. This approach means the conversation follows what the person finds most important and aims to build a respectful, collaborative working relationship.

She also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify reasons to change and to strengthen their own motivation. This technique is useful for substance-related concerns, lifestyle changes, and situations where ambivalence slows progress. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to highlight existing strengths and to create short-term, practical steps toward goals like reducing anxiety or improving daily routines.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. Anne will discuss options with each person, test what feels helpful, and adjust methods based on goals and preferences. The aim is to find strategies that fit the person's life and produce manageable steps between sessions.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, allow a shorter check-in when needed, or reduce time spent traveling. Licensed professionals often use remote work to maintain consistent contact and to apply the same client-centered and solution-focused techniques they use in person.

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Areas of expertise

Also works with

AddictionsParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepression

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

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Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Anne address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, self-esteem, parenting, family issues, and coping with life changes.

What style of therapy does she use?

Her work is client-centered and solution-focused. She also uses motivational interviewing and trauma-focused techniques when appropriate.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Anne has five years of clinical experience as an LCSW and over ten years of nonprofit program work supporting people with mental health and substance use challenges.

Where is she based and what credential does she hold?

She is based in New York and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW in New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with international clients?

She is not currently accepting international clients.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start a first session?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.

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