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About me
As a licensed therapist in both New York and South Carolina, I specialize in supporting individuals through complex emotional/relational landscapes and identity concerns. My practice centers on helping clients navigate challenges related to self-esteem, shame, life transitions, sexuality, addiction, and interpersonal relationships. I bring a compassionate and affirming approach to working with my clients.
My therapeutic approach emphasizes building rapport and responding compassionately to my clients. This involves attempting to be warm and empathetic in how I connect to you, while balancing that with holding you accountable. I draw from evidence-based practices to support clients in developing stronger self-compassion, self-awareness, interpersonal skills, and emotional regulation skills. I emphasize learning to embrace a paradox of compassionately accepting yourself as you are, while simultaneously embracing the need for change which are based in concepts that I borrow from Dialectal Behavioral Therapy. Whether you're struggling with emotional distress, relationships, identity concerns, or seeking to change self-defeating habits, I'm committed to creating a supportive and compassionate space for your healing journey.
I welcome individuals from all backgrounds and aim to provide culturally responsive, inclusive care that honors each person's unique experiences and strengths.
Professional experience
8 yrs in practice
Self esteem, Motivation
Additional areas of focus: Attachment issues, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Drug and alcohol addiction, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, HIV / AIDS, Infidelity, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Smoking / vaping cessation, Social anxiety and phobia, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
License information
NY LMHC 015352
SC LPC 11910
Reviews
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Elliott has been fantastic to work with. His experience, education and empathy are hallmarks of his work. I would strongly recommend Elliott!
Written on Mar 11, 2026 after therapy with Elliott for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and self esteem
Great therapist. Friendly and relatable. Very reliable and helpful. Has helped me a lot in just a few sessions.
Written on Mar 11, 2026 after therapy with Elliott for 1 month on issues concerning depression, addictions, lgbt, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and coping with life changes
He is an awesome therapist, and immediately as I started talking to him I felt heard, and not judged and that really mattered to me. I would recommend him to anyone in a heartbeat.
Written on Dec 30, 2025 after therapy with Elliott for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and sleeping disorders
Incredible. I’d recommend Elliot to everybody I know.
Written on Sep 03, 2025 after therapy with Elliott for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
I am grateful that Elliot wound up being my therapist on BetterHelp. He has excellent knowledge about some of the things I struggle with, and encourages me to think about my problems and the solutions that come with them. He also knows that sometimes I just need someone to listen, and sometimes I need guidance. I appreciate him, and the help he has given me so far.
Written on May 06, 2025 after therapy with Elliott for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
He is kind compassionate and gentle.
Written on May 02, 2025 after therapy with Elliott for 1 month on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd