Dr. Carlos D. Ortiz

Compassionate, experienced counselor and collaborator

LMHC New York

Experience: 15 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English, Spanish

About Carlos

Dr. Carlos D.

Background and approach

Ortiz is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with more than 15 years of clinical experience and a PhD in Clinical Psychology. He combines formal training with a wide range of real-world perspectives, including military service as a Marine Corps veteran, blue-collar work experience, and parenting adult sons.

These lived experiences inform his approach and help him connect with clients who bring challenges related to work, family roles, and identity. His practice addresses stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and ADHD, with additional attention to matters such as adoption and foster care, neurodiversity, personality-related concerns, codependency, infidelity, and coping after disasters.

Dr. Ortiz emphasizes an open, nonjudgmental clinical atmosphere where clients can explore thoughts and feelings safely.

He integrates evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral techniques alongside acceptance-oriented and attachment-informed approaches, tailoring interventions to each person’s goals. Dr.

Ortiz also offers pastoral-informed counseling for clients who prefer Bible-based guidance. He sees therapy as a collaborative process that requires courage and commitment, and he aims to empower people to move toward more satisfying, balanced lives.

Approaches That Guide Online Sessions

Dr. Ortiz commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into online work. CBT focuses on identifying and modifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms such as anxiety or depression and to improve daily functioning. ACT emphasizes building psychological flexibility by clarifying values and practicing acceptance-based strategies to help people live more meaningful lives despite difficult thoughts or feelings.

He also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy ideas to explore how early relationship patterns shape current interactions and emotional responses, which can be useful for addressing relationship concerns and trauma-related attachment issues. Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process; the therapist works with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and personal preferences and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and for fitting care into busy lives. These formats make it possible to continue steady therapeutic work from different locations and allow clients to choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for them while working with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and ADHD, plus related areas such as adoption and foster care, codependency, and infidelity.

What is his therapeutic style and approach?

He creates an open, nonjudgmental space and uses collaborative methods that draw on cognitive behavioral strategies, acceptance-oriented techniques, attachment perspectives, and client-centered principles.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He brings 15 years of professional experience and a PhD in Clinical Psychology to his practice, combining academic training with diverse real-world work history.

Where is the therapist located and what are his credentials?

He is based in New York and holds the credential LMHC with license number NY LMHC 005286.

Which languages are available for therapy sessions?

Sessions are offered in English and Spanish; he does not accept international clients at this time.

What formats are available for sessions?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to the therapist's session options.

How is cost and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with this clinician?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression ADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesInfidelityJealousyVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSomatizationYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Gottman Method

Experience

15+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English, Spanish