Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Karen Lago-Fairey, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - anxiety and addiction
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence R031103-01
- NPI
- 1982282943
- Experience
- 45 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Karen 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
- Client-centered methods
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness practice
About Karen
Karen Lago-Fairey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 45 years of experience in mental health. She has spent decades in hospitals, clinics, and private practice. Her listed concerns include stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related problems, and self-esteem.
Over her career she has worked with people affected by domestic violence and sexual assault. She has treated mood disorders, addiction problems, personality disorders, and organic illnesses in a range of settings. For the last 23 years she has been in private practice in New York.
Her approach draws on several methods rather than a single model. She uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques alongside mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused strategies. Sessions tend to mix practical problem-solving with attention to how past experiences affect present behavior.
In practical terms she helps people address unwanted patterns, manage anxiety and mood symptoms, and navigate relationship or family tensions. She also notes experience with aging and geriatric concerns, blended family dynamics, and substance use issues.
Karen aims to work collaboratively with each person to outline goals and steps that fit everyday life. She uses straightforward conversations and interventions geared toward real-world problems. The emphasis is on clear steps people can try between sessions, and reviewing what works over time.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches work in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so clients can set their own priorities; it helps when someone needs space to sort feelings and make personal decisions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at current thoughts and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change them, which is useful for anxiety, mood issues, and many day-to-day problems. Mindfulness Therapy adds simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve moment-to-moment coping. Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what feels most useful, and then recommend methods to try. That plan can change as progress is reviewed. Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not specified here. Please check which session types are offered when you select the See online therapy options button. Online sessions can make scheduling easier, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, and remove travel time so therapy fits into work, family, and daily routines. Many people also find that using structured exercises and between-session tasks works well in remote sessions, and the therapist will help adapt tools to each person's situation.CAreas of focus
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Experience
45+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She lists stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self-esteem among her primary concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a mix of client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, psychodynamic ideas, and solution-focused strategies to match the client's situation.
How much experience does she have?
She has worked in mental health for 45 years, including hospitals, clinics, and 23 years in private practice.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she take international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a 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