- grief support
- blended family issues
- aging concerns
About Ellen
Ellen Jay is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with 15 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship problems, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Ellen also focuses on issues related to aging and geriatric needs, blended family issues, family problems, hospice and end-of-life counseling, and concerns common to young adults.
Her style is straightforward and practical. She talks through what is happening now and how it affects daily life. Sessions center on clear goals and steps clients can try between meetings. Ellen adapts the conversation to each person rather than following a rigid script.
In early sessions she listens for patterns that keep problems repeating. Then she helps set short-term goals and small experiments to test different approaches. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide those choices and tracks what is working over time.
For someone in a blended household she will address common practical problems such as dividing routines, navigating loyalties, and managing co-parenting challenges with an ex. Ellen helps people develop communication plans and coping strategies that fit their real schedules and relationships.
People who choose her often want clear, manageable steps and straightforward feedback. To begin, she asks a few questions to match goals and then outlines a plan for early sessions. Booking starts with a short questionnaire and scheduling a first meeting.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Evidence-based techniques guide the work rather than a single fixed model. One common approach is structured problem solving, which breaks a worry or conflict into smaller parts and tests practical steps to change them. This helps with anxiety, stress, and day-to-day relationship issues. Another useful method is grief-focused work, which creates space to name losses and try new routines or reminders that ease day-to-day functioning while honoring what was lost.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk about client goals and preferences, then suggest methods to try. They monitor progress and adjust the plan if something isn’t helping, so the direction of therapy evolves from the client’s needs.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, such as shorter check-ins during a lunch break or meetings that avoid travel time. It also allows people to continue work with a licensed professional from wherever they are located within the therapist’s permitted region. Discussing scheduling and format happens during the questionnaire and first meeting so sessions match daily routines and technical needs.
Areas of expertise
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Also works with
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and related concerns. Additional focus areas include blended family issues, aging and hospice related counseling.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and goal oriented. She listens, sets short-term goals, and suggests steps clients can try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 15 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of emotional and life-change issues.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions charged?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Begin by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.