Pertrina Works

Compassionate, evidence-informed care for everyday challenges

LCSW New York

Experience: 13 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Parenting
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Pertrina

Pertrina Works is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of clinical experience who blends evidence-based methods to address stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, parenting concerns, and life coaching goals.

Background and approach

She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside client-centered and dialectical behavior strategies to create individualized plans that reflect each person's needs and preferences. Pertrina earned her Master of Social Work from Syracuse University and emphasizes ongoing learning to stay current with proven therapeutic techniques.

She works with clients to identify goals and then tailors interventions from an eclectic toolkit rather than relying on a single formula. Pertrina aims to offer a respectful, calm, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore emotions and improve coping skills.

Her experience includes helping people navigate attachment and abandonment concerns, adoption and foster care issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome related challenges, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, and communication or control issues. Pertrina’s approach is collaborative, creating a treatment plan intended to fit each client's life and goals while remaining adaptable as needs evolve.

Combining practical therapy approaches with online flexibility

Pertrina integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy into her online practice to help clients build skills and clarify values. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaching concrete strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients can explore emotions and set goals in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Pertrina works with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities change. This allows for a personalized plan that balances practical skill-building with empathic support.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. These formats provide flexibility for scheduling, allow consistent contact between sessions when needed, and enable access to licensed professionals from a variety of locations while working within the therapist's stated availability.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist commonly address?

Pertrina works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting concerns, depression, and life coaching needs. She also addresses areas such as abandonment, attachment issues, adoption and foster care, body image, and caregiver stress.

What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?

She uses a mix of evidence-based strategies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to tailor care to each client's goals and circumstances.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

Pertrina has 13 years of experience working with people facing depression, anxiety, stress management, and relationship conflicts.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

The clinician holds the credential LCSW with the New York license number NY LCSW 092184 and practices from New York.

In which languages can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available for online care?

Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How is cost handled for therapy with this provider?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are billed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

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

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesParenting issuesDepressionCoaching

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Experience

13+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English