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Joan Avedisian

LCSW

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Location

Virtual, New York

Insurance Accepted

UMR for Mount Sinai, Aetna

Communication Style

Authentic, Calming, Exploratory, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Focus areas

Anger Issues, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQ+, Life Transitions, OCD, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Substance Use, Women's Issues, Workplace Stress

Experienced with

BIPOC, Geriatric clients, Students, LGBTQ+

Years of Experience

20+

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In particular, my focus has been on anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and LGBTQ+ challenges.

License number

#053431

Therapy style

Change is possible. I have over 20 years of experience working with clients seeking change. In particular, my focus has been on anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and LGBTQ+ challenges. Successful change most often comes from working with a supportive, highly trained guide. My passion is to provide that for clients. No two clients are the same, and no two sets of challenges are the same. My well of expertise comes from working in acute, outpatient, and residential settings. Additionally, I have specialized training in LGBTQ+ specific challenges. 

Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Harm Reduction
  • Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-focused

Education

MSW - Social Work, New York University

Interests

Cooking, dining out, reading, movie-going, and socializing