- 36 years experience
- New York LCSW-R
- Hospice and end-of-life
About Desiree
Her approach is conversational and straightforward. She aims to create an open, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on practical steps clients can use between meetings, alongside exploring what feels most important in their lives.
Desiree works with people to clarify goals and build small, manageable changes. She pays attention to how stress shows up day to day and helps develop coping strategies that fit real routines. She also supports people navigating identity questions and complex medical or social situations.
Over three decades of practice have given her a broad view of common struggles and what often helps. She emphasizes collaboration and respects each person’s pace during change. The therapist encourages questions and treats the start of therapy as a shared decision.
To begin, readers should use the site process to match and schedule a first session. Desiree welcomes frank conversation about what someone hopes to get from counseling and how to move toward that goal.
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Experience
36+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches guide online care
Desiree uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach helps people learn coping skills for stress and anxiety by teaching breathing, pacing, and stepwise problem solving to manage day-to-day reactions. Another approach focuses on emotion work and behavior change to address anger, motivation, and low self-esteem through small experiments and gradual practice.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work together with each person to identify goals, try methods, and adjust what is used based on what feels helpful. That collaborative path helps match techniques to the client's needs and preferences.
If you are interested in online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it simpler to continue care during life transitions. Licensed professionals can use these benefits to keep steady progress while adapting session length and focus to everyday routines.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Desiree address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, motivation, and coping with life changes, plus areas like addictions, relationship issues, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is conversational and practical, focused on creating an open, nonjudgmental space and developing small, usable steps clients can try between sessions.
What background does she bring to sessions?
Desiree has 36 years of professional experience in New York working with a wide range of concerns and life situations.
What credentials and location are on record?
She holds the LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions billed or paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a session with Desiree?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.