I am a licensed professional with over 10 years of experience in social service and clinical fields. I have worked with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings: schools, jails, in-home, in-office and online. My approach is person-centered and solution-focused. No two people are the same, and as such, responses to different treatment approaches and modalities may differ. Therefore, I meet you where you are and work with you to determine what will work best to achieve desired outcomes. I believe we are all powerfully equipped to improve our overall wellbeing.

I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with more than 6 years of experience working with individuals and families. I believe in providing care that is personalized and that focuses on an individual's specific needs. I have experience working with clients with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting issues. In addition, I also have experience working with people who have suffered through emotional and physical trauma. I am a warm and understanding person who believes in treating everyone with respect and compassion. My approach is holistic and incorporates a variety of therapy models including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and solution focused therapy. I will work with you to better understand the cultural, social, and spiritual factors that impact your life and well being. Everyone goes through difficult times at some point in their lives and it takes a lot of courage to seek help. You have already taken the first and most difficult step and I hope that I can help you continue in that journey to a more fulfilling life.

One of my favorite opening lines is from the spiritual classic, The Road Less Traveled, by M. Scott Peck. It reads, simply, "Life is difficult." Somehow, most of us expect that it won't be. Or that if it is, we should be able to handle it effortlessly. We criticize ourselves for feeling very human things like loneliness, confusion, anxiety, anger, boredom and depression when things don’t go the way we hoped. Unfortunately, life does not come with a user's manual for how to work with the hard stuff. And yet these very difficulties, the roadblocks at which we find ourselves, are often opportunities in disguise. I see counseling as an opportunity. First and most important, it is a chance to be heard. Things often begin to shift when we can share our inner thoughts and feelings with someone who is really paying attention. I have worked with many people who come up with their own answers when they are able to hear their deepest selves, sometimes for the first time. Counseling is also a chance to learn new life skills. If I had name what I think the most important life skill is, it would be this: psychological flexibility. This means the ability to respond flexibly to yourself, to others and to life. How to get there? By working bit by bit on the following: articulating what matters most to you in life; developing the behaviors that will move you in that direction; handling stumbling blocks along the way; and learning how to respond skillfully to difficult thoughts and feelings that are part of being human. I have a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology. The psychological approaches that best inform the way I work are: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Human Givens Approach to Emotional Health and Clear Thinking, and Attachment Theory. The following people have greatly influenced my thinking: Dan Siegel, Stephen Porges, Russ Harris, Karen Horney, Rick Hanson, Mark Tyrell, Milton Erickson, Michael Yapko, Peter Levine, and Pat Ogden. In addition, I am a Registered Yoga Teacher, as well as a Licensed Clinical Massage Therapist. This means I bring a mind-body approach to counseling, including, if you are interested, instruction in basic calming yoga poses and breathing exercises. If this resonates with you, or you are curious to know more, feel free to contact me at any time!

I’m a licensed therapist deeply committed to supporting women of all ages in navigating life’s challenges and fostering meaningful growth. Specializing in depression, anxiety, self-esteem building, and addiction recovery, I provide a compassionate and nurturing environment where you’re encouraged to explore your thoughts and emotions at your own pace. My goal is to help you understand yourself more fully, strengthen resilience, and find lasting relief. With a welcoming, open-minded approach, I’m here to truly listen, understand, and support you as we uncover your inner strengths. Therapy with me is a collaborative process: I offer guidance and insights tailored to your unique needs, empowering you to move forward with confidence and self-awareness. Starting therapy is an act of bravery and self-care, and I commend you for being here. Whether you’re facing a specific issue or simply seeking a greater sense of balance and well-being, I’m here to help you take those steps toward the life you envision. Let’s work together to create positive change!

Hello! Counseling is an important step on the road to feeling better, better understanding ourselves, and having more satisfying relationships. As a counselor, I walk along you in this journey as you identify goals for your future. I have been working in the field in a diverse array of settings for the past 6 years. I have worked with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma, parenting concerns, and involvement with the criminal justice system. I use client centered techniques with motivational interviewing and CBT.

I am licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I am licensed in New York with years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, anger management, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York with 19 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & anger management. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

I .am Audrey Ann Urbanczyk a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-R) in New York State. I have worked with individuals to recover from depression, anxiety and other life stressors for 35 years. I do not practice couple or family counseling on BetterHelp. I welcome you to read more about my background, education, experience, and counseling approach by clicking on my name on this page. Please be aware that I am licensed to work only with clients who are physically present in New York State. I do not participate in any legal cases; therefore, you may need to consider finding a different counselor if you are involved in any court proceedings, including family matters, compensation and disability cases. I check and respond to messages Monday through Friday during regular business hours as noted on the weekly calendar. Any changes to availability will be noted in advance. I make every effort to respond in a timely manner, usually within 24-48 hours. Thank you in advance for understanding that I may be serving other clients or tending to my own professional and personal responsibilities. AFTER COMPLETING AND RETURNING THE ATTACHED CONTACT INFORMATION INTAKEFORM, please feel free to access my calendar and schedule a 30 or 45 minute private session that is most convenient for you. THIS IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO SCHEDULING OUR FIRST SESSION. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE FORM BE OPENED ON A COMPUTER AS OPPOSED TO A PHONE. I offer Telehealth sessions. My current hours are as follows: Monday-Friday 10AM – 5:00PM Eastern Standard Time with lunch from 12-12:45PM. As of January 1, 2022 Congress requires a Good Faith Estimate to be provided to you as part of the No Surprise Act. It is intended to reduce unexpected medical bills by providing an estimated total cost for services. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services. BetterHelp is the billing entity for my services, you will have to reach out to them directly, as I do not have access to billing and subscription information. You have the right to receive a written or verbal Good Faith Estimate for the total expected cost of any non-emergency items or services. This includes related costs like medical tests, prescriptions, equipment, and hospital fees. If Good Faith Estimates apply to you, make sure your health care provider gives you a Good Faith Estimate in writing at least one business day before your medical service. You can ask your health care provider for a Good Faith Estimate before you schedule a service. Please note you must ask BetterHelp for this. If you receive a bill that is at least $400 more than your Good Faith Estimate, you can dispute the bill. Make sure to save a copy or picture of your Good Faith Estimate.

I am licensed in New Jersey and New York with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, couples counseling and coping with grief and loss. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

I am licensed in New York with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York and have a CASAC-G with 40 years of professional work experience. I have worked extensively with helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions & coping with life changes and I specialize in gambling and gaming issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

I am licensed in New York with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.