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she/her

Irene GarrickLMHC

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Location

Virtual, New York

Insurance Accepted

UMR for Mount Sinai, Aetna, Cigna/Evernorth

Communication Style

Affirming, Authentic, Calming, Exploratory, Warm

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Focus areas

Anxiety, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Grief, Life Transitions, Relationship Concerns, Stress, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

Asian / Pacific Islander community, Black community, Geriatric clients, Parents, First responders, Neurodivergence, Students

Years of Experience

11+

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I walk with my clients on their path towards optimal mental health and wellness, and help them work through transitions as they make important life-changing decisions.

License number

#005216

Therapy style

I enjoy working with couples who want to strengthen their relationships and improve communication. I have experience with diverse clients. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and self-esteem issues. I walk with my clients on their path towards optimal mental health and wellness, and help them work through transitions as they make important life-changing decisions. I have 15+ years of experience working with clients across the lifespan. I have a Master's in School Psychology and a PhD in Counseling and Counselor Education and am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY. I have a warm and supportive approach and work with clients' strengths to empower them and reach their goals. I work with young adults navigating careers and relationships and adults with parenting and health concerns, relationship concerns, and career changes. I have a depth and breadth of experience and welcome clients of all backgrounds.

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Interpersonal Psychotherapy
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution-focused
  • Strengths-based

Languages Spoken

English

Education

MS - Psychology, Roberts Wesleyan College PhD - Counseling and Counselor Education, University of Rochester Warner School of Education

Interests

I am a very creative person and enjoy art, interior decorating and design, and music. I enjoy spending time with family and friends and love my rescue cats.