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Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York

Jennifer Woods

Jennifer Woods, LCSW

New York

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and anxiety

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in New York
LCSW, licence 093497
NPI
1679050405
Experience
5 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

These details come from information Jennifer 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 and anxiety
  • LGBT issues
  • Self esteem work

About Jennifer

Jennifer Woods is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with five years of professional experience. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns. She also works with LGBT clients and supports people dealing with family conflict and motivation challenges.

Her approach is practical and conversation-focused. Sessions are used to clarify immediate problems, set small goals, and practice skills that fit everyday life. Jennifer adapts how she talks and plans work with each person rather than using one fixed method.

She pays attention to social anxiety and phobia, forgiveness, and building self-love as part of improving confidence. That can look like repeating short exposure exercises, practicing new responses in role play, or rehearsing how to talk about difficult topics with others. The focus is on doable steps clients can try between sessions.

Jennifer draws on five years of hands-on experience in community and clinical settings in New York. She brings a straightforward style and focuses on clear next steps when people feel stuck. Sessions are meant to be a place for honest, practical problem-solving.

To begin, prospective clients complete an intake questionnaire and schedule a first meeting. Jennifer works in English and does not take international clients. Costs vary with location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

BHow sessions work

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to help with everyday problems. One approach focuses on skills training and behavioral practice to reduce anxiety and social phobia. That looks like breaking tasks into small steps, rehearsing new responses, and tracking progress over weeks. Another approach emphasizes emotional processing and interpersonal work to address depression, self-esteem, and issues tied to relationships. This often involves talking through difficult events and testing new ways of relating to others.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which techniques fit their goals and preferences. Clients and the therapist review what helps and adjust the plan as needed so sessions remain practical and focused.

Confirm the current session options before booking, since formats were not specified in the biography. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and letting people choose a time that works around work or family responsibilities. Ask during the intake which session formats are offered so arrangements match daily routines and technical needs.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Experience

5+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, LGBT concerns, family conflict, social anxiety and phobia, forgiveness, self-love, and women's issues.

What is her therapeutic style?

Her sessions are conversation-focused and practical. She helps people set small goals and practices skills they can use between meetings.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has five years of professional work experience in New York settings.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices there.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can I work with her from another country?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to start therapy?

Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers

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