Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Damara Israel, LCSW, LISW-CP
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - career and life transitions
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- Credentials
- LCSW, LISW-CP
- Licensed in South Carolina
- LISW-CP, licence 15033
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 089400
- Licensed in Texas
- LCSW, licence 114708
- NPI
- 1619370533
- Experience
- 12 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Damara 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
- Addictions support
- Career difficulties
- Grief and anger
About Damara
Damara Israel is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 12 years of experience. She focuses on helping people who are facing life transitions, career strain, addiction concerns, grief, anger, and family-related stress.
She uses direct, practical conversation to help clients notice patterns that get in the way of daily life. Sessions often include looking at thoughts and behaviors, learning skills to manage strong emotions, and practicing ways to change habits that cause problems at work or home.
Damara pays attention to workplace pressures and the emotional ripple effects of career change. She supports people dealing with isolation, impulsivity, shame, and the sense of being stuck in midlife or during a major life shift. She also works on issues like body image, commitment questions, and coping after disasters.
Her background includes methods drawn from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. She describes her work as trauma-informed and culturally responsive, using those perspectives to notice how past events and social context shape current challenges.
Practical problem solving and skill-building are common parts of sessions. People who want concrete tools for communication, stress management, or rebuilding routine often find this useful. To begin, readers are asked to use the site’s matching steps to schedule a first session and confirm current session options before booking.
BHow sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Damara draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in online sessions. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thought and behavior that cause distress and testing small changes to reduce symptoms. DBT emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and practical skills for managing intense feelings and impulsive actions.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will talk with each person about their concerns, goals, and what feels workable in day-to-day life, and then recommend methods to try together. Adjustments are made as progress and needs become clearer.
The biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make scheduling easier around jobs or family duties, shorten commute time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. These practical benefits help people fit therapy into a busy routine while keeping attention on goal-oriented skill building and problem solving.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
South Carolina, New York, Texas
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with addictions, career stress, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, family issues, grief, and anger among other concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical conversation, skill building, and evidence-based tools to change thoughts and behaviors that cause daily problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 12 years of experience working with people on emotional and life transition issues.
What credentials and licensure does she hold?
She holds LCSW and LISW-CP credentials and is licensed in New York as an LCSW and in South Carolina as an LISW-CP.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers