Gretchen Witt

LCSW
Accepting Clients

I bring humor, creativity, and open-mindedness to the therapeutic exchange.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York

Services
  • Individual

About My Clients

I work with adults ages 18+ and seniors ages 65+.

My Background and Approach

I have been practicing clinical social work since graduating from Columbia University’s School of Social Work in 2012. I have worked in both rural (NY's Hudson Valley; Western North Carolina) and urban (NYC) environments; I firmly understand the impact of culture on psychological development, identity, and personal fulfillment. I treat Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar disorders, anxiety, panic, phobias, personality disorders, eating disorders, alcohol & substance abuse problems, and more. My approach is down-to-earth, encouraging, and guided foremost by the client. The #1 adage leading my practice is “start where the client is”. I listen carefully, reflect for clarity, and help clients to articulate deeper understanding of themselves. Individuals questioning their sexual identity, LGBTQ, and BIPOC clients will be supported and affirmed. Creative types are welcomed: use of creativity is an unlimited source of healing potential. "Begin. The rest is easy." - George Jenkins

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

Every individual deserves to find a meaningful sense of purpose, direction, and belonging. After our first session together, I hope for you to feel seen, understood, and supported upon a path of increasing possibility; my hope is that you will feel more capable in the moment of managing what life has waiting for you next.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Expressive Art Therapy
Other Techniques
  • Art Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dance / Movement Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Expressive Art Therapy
  • Feminist Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Music Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Women's Issues
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Body Image Issues
  • Codependency
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Gender Identity Therapy
  • Grief or Loss
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Personality Disorders
  • Polyamorous and Open Relationships
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Oscar
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Agnosticism
  • Atheism
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Hinduism
  • Judaism
  • Taoism
  • Wicca/Paganism
  • Interfaith
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 14 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $99 - 250/session

Reach out to Gretchen