she/her
Natalie Santos
LCSW
Location
Virtual, New Jersey
Insurance Accepted
Cigna/Evernorth, Aetna, Independence Blue Cross
Communication Style
Affirming, Authentic, Casual, Exploratory, Humorous
Focus areas
Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Chronic Illness, Depression, Divorce, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress
Experienced with
Geriatric clients, Parents
Years of Experience
10+
My goal is to help you gain a better understanding of your feelings, mood, and behaviors throughout these transitions, and in turn, help you to better manage and cope.
License number
#44SC05743400
Therapy style
I am a psychotherapist with a passion for supporting people through difficult transitions in their lives. This can come in a variety of forms whether it be adjusting to a new job, becoming a first-time parent, being diagnosed with a serious illness, as well as a range of other things. Having worked in a hospital setting for many years, I have special expertise not only with chronic illness, but also working with family systems, and changing relationships. My goal is to help you gain a better understanding of your feelings, mood, and behaviors throughout these transitions, and in turn, help you to better manage and cope. Therapy can also be a place to explore strategies for regaining control and moving forward.
Because I have worked with individuals and families at all life stages, I have been able to develop a practice that tailors to each person's wishes and needs. I combine many therapeutic modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, Strengths-Based, and meaning-centered work to ensure the right fit for each person. I greatly look forward to our work together.
Approaches
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Strengths-based
Education
MSW - Social Work, NYU
Interests
My interests outside of work lie mainly in travel and food, preferably together! I enjoy learning about new cultures and cuisines, traveling to these places and fully immersing myself in their world.