Ian Griffin, LCSW
About me
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York for 21 years and have practiced as psychotherapist for 15 years. I have worked with clients with a broad range of concerns, including; depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger management, poor communication, bipolar disorder, child abuse, grief/loss, learning disabilities, school related issues, parenting issues, PTSD, personality disorders, & stress management.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and trauma informed treatment. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
I look forward to working with you!
Professional experience
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting issues, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, Antisocial Personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant Personality, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Family Problems, First Responder Issues, HIV / AIDS, Impulsivity, Men's issues, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Personality Disorders, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and Discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
License information
NY LCSW 075942
Reviews
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Ian has been a tremendous asset to my growth and development with regard to my mental and emotional health. His kindness and patience go a long way in allowing patients such as myself to open up and address key details that are often overlooked.
Written on Jun 14, 2022 after therapy with Ian for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, career difficulties, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Highly recommend
Written on Dec 01, 2021 after therapy with Ian for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, adhd, career difficulties, sleeping disorders, eating disorders, addictions, compassion fatigue, bipolar disorder, and coaching
Kind and insightful therapist, helped me work through anger and times in my relationship
Written on Sep 05, 2021 after therapy with Ian for 4 weeks on issues concerning anger management
Ian has a definite way with people. I really opened up under his gentle guidance.
Written on Jun 12, 2021 after therapy with Ian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and coaching
Ian brings a touch of compassion without being overbearing and acknowledges the feelings that one may feel without judgement letting them know that they’re not alone or weird for having those feelings. He’s has great humor and provides and abundance of steps one can take to better their mental health.
Written on Apr 13, 2021 after therapy with Ian for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Very good and inquisitive Counselar. Listens and digests problems very well and gives good critiques.
Written on Mar 17, 2021 after therapy with Ian for 1 month on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching