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Raymond Dicioccio

Compassionate CBT-informed therapy for life transitions

LSCSW New York

Experience
27 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages
English

About Raymond

Raymond Dicioccio brings a cognitive behavioral perspective to his work, blending practical skills with reflective insight to address stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.

Background and approach

As a licensed social worker in New York with 27 years of experience, he helps clients identify unhelpful thinking and develop coping strategies while drawing on mindfulness and psychodynamic ideas to deepen understanding of recurring patterns.

He focuses on concerns related to family dynamics, self esteem, motivation, and communication problems, and also supports people navigating forgiveness, loneliness, and questions of life purpose. Raymond emphasizes clients' strengths and treats each person as the expert on their own life, collaborating to build realistic goals and concrete steps toward change.

Beginning therapy can feel like a big step, and he acknowledges the courage involved in reaching out. Raymond aims to create a respectful, thoughtful space where practical tools from CBT are paired with exploration of attachment and existential themes to help clients move forward in meaningful ways.

Integrating evidence-based approaches for online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured techniques and skill building, which is helpful for problems such as anxiety, stress, and depressive symptoms. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early and current relational patterns shape emotional responses and communication, aiding work on family conflict, intimacy, and patterns of connection. Raymond also draws on mindfulness practices to help clients increase present-moment awareness and manage stress through attention and breathing strategies.

Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. He will work with clients to assess needs, preferences, and goals and then tailor a mix of methods that fits each person. Together they review what is helping, adjust techniques as needed, and set concrete goals so therapy remains focused and practical.

Online formats offer flexibility for busy schedules and different comfort levels. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation, phone sessions provide an audio-only option, and live chat or text-based messaging can support shorter check-ins or on-the-go processing. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to integrate therapeutic work into daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Raymond commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes, and also focuses on communication problems, forgiveness, isolation and questions of life purpose.
What is his overall therapeutic style?
He uses a blend of approaches including cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, psychodynamic reflection, and existential inquiry to provide practical skills alongside deeper exploration.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 27 years of professional work experience helping people with mood, stress, motivation, and relational concerns.
Where is he licensed and what are his credentials?
He is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with the credential LSCSW and NY LSCSW 056534.
In which language does he provide services and does he accept international clients?
Sessions are provided in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for therapy?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are costs and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to his availability.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessIsolation / lonelinessLife purpose

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

27+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English