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Theresa Parris-Perry

Compassionate LCSW guiding practical change

LCSW New York

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

About Theresa

Theresa Parris-Perry is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York who draws on three decades of clinical experience to help people navigate stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and grief.

Background and approach

She centers work on the client's lived knowledge of their own story, using evidence-informed methods to support coping, problem solving, and personal growth. Theresa emphasizes clients' strengths and the practical steps that lead toward greater well-being and life satisfaction.

Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career questions, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and transitions that accompany major life changes. Theresa approaches each situation with respect for the client’s goals, offering guidance and emotional support while encouraging growth through collaborative exploration.

Her style balances empathy with structured techniques so clients can develop skills and strategies that fit their everyday lives.

Therapeutic approaches for online growth and resilience

Theresa often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and to build practical skills for managing symptoms like anxiety, depression, and stress. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-directed insight and empowerment. Mindfulness Therapy is another element of her work, offering techniques to increase present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity to difficult thoughts or feelings.

Choosing the right approach is a joint process; Theresa collaborates with each person to determine which methods align best with their goals, preferences, and life context. She adapts techniques over time so therapy remains relevant and responsive to progress and changing needs.

Online sessions are offered as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for varying schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments, and allow clients to engage in meaningful therapeutic work from familiar settings.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Theresa works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, intimacy-related issues, parenting, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, depression, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her approach blends client-centered support with structured methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, psychodynamic reflection, and solution-focused strategies to help clients develop insight and practical skills.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 30 years of professional experience to her practice, offering a long history of working with diverse concerns and applying multiple therapeutic approaches.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in New York under NY LCSW 038956.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English only, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Theresa offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGrief

Also works with

AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English