Essence Porter-McDowell (she/her/hers)

BA, MSW, LMSW, LCSW
Accepting Clients

Welcome! Thank you so much for your interest! Feel free to reach out today to schedule your free 15 minute phone consultation.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York

Services
  • Individual
  • Couples

About My Clients

I help individuals motivated to change their lives or relationships--to break unhealthy patterns, lessen or eliminate emotional pain, or heal from significant event(s) that have taken over their lives. With deep respect and tender regard, I will help you draw on your strength, foster emotional resilience, deepen self-awareness, and reshape your identity to live the life you want to live. With my encouragement, you'll identify barriers/cycles that keep you stuck and release heavy emotions.

My Background and Approach

With 9 years of professional experience, I incorporate solution-focused therapy along with traditional techniques to help individuals overcome hardships and renew their lives.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Couples Counseling Motivational Interviewing Solution Focused Brief Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Couples Counseling
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Anxiety Burnout Depression
Other Issues
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Spirituality
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Horizon
  • Blue Cross blue Shield of Massachusetts
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Christianity

At A Glance

  • Experience: 12 years of practice

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