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Judith Lathrop

Practical, relationship-focused therapy for lasting change

LMFT New York

Experience
30 years in practice
Focus areas
Addictions, Relationship, Family
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy
Languages
English

About Judith

Judith Lathrop is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) based in New York with three decades of clinical experience. She works with individuals, couples, and families facing depression, anxiety, addiction-related family concerns, relationship struggles, parenting challenges, grief, stress, and issues around intimacy and self-esteem.

Background and approach

Judith emphasizes practical change and emotional insight to help clients move through life transitions and resolve persistent patterns that undermine wellbeing. Her work blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with solution-focused and systemic techniques, tailoring interventions to each person's circumstances and goals.

She often uses targeted exercises and occasional homework to build new skills and clarify priorities, and she adapts pace and challenge according to where a client is in therapy. Judith’s training and personal growth work inform an empathic, grounded style that supports clients in identifying internal strengths and taking actionable steps toward healthier relationships and greater emotional balance.

Approach, Systems Work, and Online Accessibility

Judith draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and develop practical skills for managing mood, anxiety, and stress. She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to zero in on strengths and short-term goals, helping clients build concrete steps toward change and notice small shifts that matter.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process; she partners with each client to decide which combination of techniques best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. That collaboration guides how sessions are structured and which tools are introduced so the work feels relevant and manageable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexible options for different schedules and communication styles. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations and life demands while allowing clients to engage with therapeutic strategies in ways that suit their daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Judith commonly address?
She works with issues such as addictions, relationship and family problems, parenting support, coping with life changes, stress, anxiety, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger, self-esteem, and mood disorders.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her approach combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Systemic Therapy to create tailored, practical strategies and insight-driven change.
How much clinical experience does she bring?
She has 30 years of professional experience working with individuals, couples, and families in a variety of relational and emotional concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds the credential LMFT and is licensed in New York as NY LMFT 000794, practicing from New York.
Does she offer services in languages other than English or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
Which session formats are available for working together?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication preferences.
How are fees and billing handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin therapy with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disorders

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English