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Rachel Lauria, LCSW

Stress, Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression Coping with life changes
Video Phone Messaging

About me

As a licensed therapist in New York, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My approach centers on helping clients develop self-compassion, improve communication, and find meaningful pathways through life's challenges. I have extensive experience addressing a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and interpersonal dynamics.

My therapeutic work focuses on creating a compassionate, collaborative space where clients can explore their inner experiences, heal from past wounds, and develop stronger, more resilient coping strategies. I draw from evidence-based practices to support individuals in understanding themselves more deeply, overcoming obstacles, and cultivating greater emotional well-being.

Whether you're struggling with social anxiety, processing significant life changes, or seeking to build healthier relationships, I'm committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance. My goal is to empower you to discover your inherent strengths and create meaningful, positive change in your life.

Professional experience

3 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Family conflicts Trauma, Abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Personality disorders, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-harm, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Messaging

License information

NY LCSW 098265