Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Credentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 040217
- NPI
- 1205967551
- Experience
- 20 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Ann supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress management
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem work
About Ann
Ann Gesner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 20 years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses guilt and shame, loneliness, and social anxiety and phobia.
Ann structures sessions around straightforward conversation and practical steps. She listens for patterns that make everyday life harder, then helps clients try simpler ways of coping. Sessions focus on concrete goals like reducing anxiety in social settings, improving confidence, or easing persistent low mood.
Her approach is collaborative. She and the client set priorities and try realistic strategies between sessions. Progress is measured by small changes that make daily responsibilities and relationships easier to manage.
Ann adapts her tone and pacing to the person in front of her. Some people want direct problem-solving and skills practice. Others benefit from more time to name feelings and sort through what matters.
Many clients seek help because stress or anxiety is affecting work, parenting energy, or close relationships. Ann aims to help people regain steadier routines, clearer thinking, and more reliable coping skills.
She asks new clients to describe current challenges and daily habits. That information guides an early plan with practical steps. Over time the plan is adjusted to fit what’s working and what isn’t.
BHow sessions work
Evidence-based approaches and online sessions
Ann uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on clear skills and practical change. One approach emphasizes learning strategies to manage anxiety and reduce avoidance, which helps with social anxiety and phobia. Another approach focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with small behavioral experiments to ease depression and boost confidence.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review current struggles, goals, and preferences and try methods that fit the person’s daily life. Adjustments are made as needed so work between sessions feels useful and realistic.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current session options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. Licensed professionals can use these options to support steady progress while helping clients balance therapy with work, caregiving, and other responsibilities.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses guilt and shame, isolation or loneliness, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and focuses on practical, goal-oriented conversation. Sessions combine problem-solving, skill practice, and time to sort feelings.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 20 years of professional work experience in social work and clinical settings.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York. Her practice is listed as New York.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided when selecting service options.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That questionnaire guides initial matching and scheduling.
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