Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
Taija-Rae Guzman, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 101803
- NPI
- 1417563743
- Experience
- 5 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information Taija-Rae 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
- Relationship concerns
- Evidence-based techniques
About Taija-Rae
Taija-Rae Guzman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with five years of clinical experience. She works with people who are feeling stressed or anxious, facing relationship or family strain, struggling with self-esteem, or coping with major life changes.
Her style is practical and person-centered. Sessions focus on identifying what is most pressing, building clearer thinking patterns, and strengthening coping skills. She uses straightforward conversation and reflection to help people recognize patterns that get in the way.
Taija-Rae draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and complex life experiences. She may incorporate exercises that increase awareness, teach emotion regulation, and improve communication. The emphasis is on skills people can use between sessions.
Clients can expect an initial visit that clarifies goals and sets a manageable pace. Taija-Rae aims to help people process past experiences and develop healthier ways of relating and coping. She balances support with direct feedback so clients can make steady progress.
Her work also covers specific concerns such as abandonment, attachment issues, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, communication problems, and challenges around divorce or separation. Taija-Rae practices in New York and conducts sessions in English.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches and how they work online
Taija-Rae uses approaches drawn from evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and improving coping skills.Emotionally Focused ideas emphasize understanding emotions and patterns in close relationships. That work helps people notice interaction cycles and practice different ways of responding to strengthen connections.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will listen to your goals and suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made based on what helps you most.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the exact session options before booking. The practical benefit of remote sessions is that they can fit into busy schedules and reduce travel time. They can also allow a quick check-in during a work break or a shorter visit when you need to focus on a single issue. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, teach coping strategies, and do communication coaching in remote sessions, helping therapy fit into everyday life without requiring you to rearrange your whole schedule.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, divorce and separation, and communication problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is person-centered and practical, using clear conversation, reflection, and skill-building. She balances support with direct feedback to help clients make steady progress.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience. Her background also includes broader social work experience prior to clinical practice.
Is she licensed in New York?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin?
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