Courtney Gould, LCSW — Therapist in New York

Hi there, I'm Courtney!

I’m a down-to-earth, relationship-focused therapist who believes healing happens when you feel genuinely seen, supported, and understood. I keep things real, use humor when it helps, and draw from a variety of approaches to create a cozy, safe space where we can explore what you’re carrying and work toward the life you want.

My focus

I support adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by anxiety, trauma, or relationship struggles. I provide a real, safe space to make sense of what you’re carrying and move toward meaningful change.

My approach

I take a warm, connected, no-jargon approach. I create a safe space to explore feelings, understand patterns, and work toward your goals. I blend CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, relational, and mindfulness techniques to fit your unique needs.

My communication style

I’m warm, genuine, and conversational. I keep things grounded and human, offering reflections, gentle challenges, and occasional humor. My goal is to create a safe, steady space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself.

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist because I’ve always cared about understanding what people carry and helping them feel less overwhelmed by it. As I grew in this field, I saw how healing real connection can be, and it shaped my practice into a warm, thoughtful space where people can grow at their own pace.

My goals for you

I help clients clarify what matters most to them and break goals into manageable steps. Together, we explore patterns, build insight, and use practical tools from CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and relational approaches. I’m there to support, guide, and gently challenge you along the way.

Our first session

A first session with me is calm, welcoming, and pressure-free. We talk about what brings you in, what you’re hoping for, and anything that feels important to share. I ask gentle questions, listen closely, and help you start making sense of what you’re carrying—no judgment, no rush.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Trauma Focused

Attachment-based

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Gottman Method

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

+ 9 more

Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

Police/Fire/First Responders

Single Mother

+ 3 more

Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
Allegiance
Allied
Arlo
Ascension-SmartHealth

+ 18 more

Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) from Walden University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Courtney Gould