Corey McSweeney
Hopeful, practical therapy rooted in CBT principles
LCSW New York
- Experience
- 9 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Anger
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Corey
Corey McSweeney is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who brings a client-centered, cognitive behavioral approach to therapy.
Background and approach
With nine years of clinical experience, he integrates practical strategies aimed at changing unhelpful thinking patterns alongside person-focused listening to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and mood challenges such as bipolar disorder.
His background includes work in a county mental health clinic and now in independent practice in New York, informing a balance of structured techniques and flexible, responsive care. Corey addresses a broad range of concerns including relationship difficulties, anger and impulse problems, attention-related challenges like ADHD, trauma and abuse, and issues around self-esteem, career stress, and life transitions.
He also works with more complex presentations such as dissociation, attachment and personality concerns, and co-occurring conditions. His style emphasizes building rapport, open communication, and collaborative goal-setting while using evidence-informed methods like mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative techniques to support change.
Clinicians and clients can expect straightforward guidance paired with a relaxed, honest therapeutic stance that invites feedback and authentic expression. Corey encourages prospective clients to review their preferences and determine if his approach and background align with their needs before beginning work together.
Practical approaches for online care and skill building
Corey uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy is another core element of his practice, which focuses on listening deeply, building rapport, and tailoring the pace and focus of work to the individual’s needs. He also incorporates Mindfulness Therapy to help clients develop present-moment awareness and tools for emotional regulation.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Corey treats it as a collaborative effort. He will work with each person to clarify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what is most helpful, combining structured CBT exercises with empathic, client-centered dialogue and mindfulness practices when appropriate.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which support flexible scheduling and access from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain consistency in care, practice skills between sessions, and find a format that fits personal routines and communication preferences.
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Experience
9+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English