Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Kimberly Griffin-Simmonds, LCSW
New York
Licensed clinical social worker - grief and life changes
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 100919
- NPI
- 1407383979
- Experience
- 15 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Kimberly 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
- Grief support
- Self esteem work
- Communication help
About Kimberly
Kimberly Griffin-Simmonds is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 15 years of experience. She works with people dealing with grief, low self-esteem, and major life changes. She also focuses on communication problems, loneliness, and questions about life purpose.
In sessions she takes a practical, straightforward approach. Conversations look at recent events and daily routines that affect mood and self-worth. She helps clients name what is most draining and then tries out small, manageable changes to shift how things feel.
Kimberly uses evidence-based techniques to address emotional pain and rebuild everyday coping. That can include practicing new ways to talk about difficult feelings, testing different approaches to social situations, and setting short steps toward goals that matter to the client.
She pays attention to barriers that come up in work and family life, and helps people find strategies that fit their schedules. Sessions aim to make day-to-day life easier to manage rather than rely on abstract ideas alone.
Clients can expect clear discussion of concerns, focused problem-solving, and regular review of progress. The plan evolves as practical needs change, with attention to both immediate relief and longer-term direction.
BHow sessions work
Online approaches and how they fit into therapy
Evidence-based approaches often used for grief and life transitions include behavioral strategies and problem-focused work. Behavioral strategies focus on small, concrete actions clients can try between sessions to shift mood and routines. This can help when daily habits or avoidance keep grief or low self-esteem stuck.Another common approach is skills-based communication work. That involves identifying unhelpful interaction patterns, practicing clearer ways to express needs, and rehearsing specific phrases or steps to use in real conversations. It can reduce isolation and improve day-to-day connections.
Finding the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will review what matters most to the client and try methods that match current goals and preferences. Plans are adjusted as progress is reviewed and as life circumstances change.
Confirm the session formats before booking, since the original biography does not specify which online formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for check-ins during breaks. It can also allow for sessions without a camera when bandwidth is limited or for a brief phone check-in when time is short.
CAreas of focus
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She focuses on grief, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, and also addresses communication problems, isolation and questions about life purpose.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and evidence-informed, focusing on identifying stressors, trying manageable changes, and practicing clearer communication skills.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of clinical experience working with people through grief and life transitions.
Is she licensed to practice in my state?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use 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