Elissa Smilowitz, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Elissa!

Starting therapy can be overwhelming. Congratulations on beginning your journey of self-discovery. I work with clients facing anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life challenges. My counseling style is warm and supportive, combining psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral approaches.

My focus

I work with adults managing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. Whether you're working through trauma, building coping skills, or exploring personal goals, I'll create a plan that builds self-confidence and supports personal growth.

My approach

I use cognitive-behavioral therapy to help you identify and reframe unhelpful thought patterns. This hands-on approach gives you tools to feel more in control of your emotions and behaviors. Together, we'll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move towards your individual goals.

My communication style

My style is warm and supportive, offering you the opportunity to share and reflect on challenging issues. I provide a nonjudgmental and calm environment so you feel comfortable sharing your feelings and emotions.

My journey to mental healthcare

My journey into therapy began with understanding human resilience and the desire to help others find strength through life's hardest challenges. I've worked with survivors of trauma and loss, witnessing how powerful therapy can be in recovery. I'm driven by the belief that everyone has potential for growth.

My goals for you

I believe that through our struggles, we find emotional growth. Working together, we can explore and meet your goals, improve your quality of life, and find your passion through self-discovery.

Our first session

Our first session will be an opportunity for you to share your worries and concerns. We'll explore your background and your goals in therapy. It's completely normal to feel nervous. We'll take it one step at a time, and I'm here to support and guide you through each step.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Jewish

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Behavioral Activation

Humanistic

Motivational Interviewing

Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)

+ 5 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Evernorth
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

+ 29 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Adelphi University.

Sessions

Video session

60 minutes

Elissa Smilowitz