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Laraine Gordon(Female)

(Female)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
New York
Addiction- Anxiety - Loss, grief, and bereavement-Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)- Relationship issues-Self-esteem-
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Professional statement

Laraine Gordon is a Registered Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R in the state of New York. Laraine has worked as a psychotherapist and hospice medical social worker over the last 26 years and provides psychotherapy for individuals, teens, and families. Laraine holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work, graduating from Stonybrook University magna cum laude. Laraine’s style is solution-focused, empathic, highly engaged, and sometimes humorous. Evidence-based therapies that draw from psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and experiential techniques inform her practice.

Laraine has spent the last 26 years presenting workshops to both small and large audiences in and out of the United States, discussing her expertise in the area of adolescents, grief, addictions and various topics. Laraine was invited and presented as a national guest speaker in California at the Annual National Bereavement Camp Conference run by The Moyer Foundation.


Message to clients

As a psychotherapist focusing on the power to change, I utilize experiential techniques to create connection when working with any population. Experiential techniques combined with creative expression results in resiliency and connected relationships.

In April of 2007 I established a not for profit organization called Time for Teens, Inc (TFT). TFT was developed to hold bereavement retreats, counseling and workshops for teenagers ages 12-19 who have suffered the loss of a loved one.

I believe that in life there are many forms of loss and if we do not find peace and resolution thru these losses we can get stuck.

Let me help guide you and help you navigate the obstacles that are holding you back from living the life you’ve imagined or perhaps have not dared to imagine.

Positivity, intention and the power to change what no longer serves you, inform my practice.


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 27 years

East End Hospice , Medical Social Worker
COPE, Clinical Director
Time for Teens Inc., Owner 501c3 charity organization

SUNY STONYBROOK , Masters Degree, 1996

Licensure

New York: R-058327-01

Languages

English

Specialties

Addiction - Coping with emotional discomfort and suffering; reducing or abstaining from unwanted behaviors such as unhealthy gambling or shopping

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) - Healing painful experiences and memories from the past

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Self-esteem - Cultivating self-compassion, assertiveness, and confidence; developing ways to reduce suffering, anxiety, social withdrawal, and self-neglect




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health Insurance
  • Cigna
  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
  • FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • Medicare
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$175 (45min)

Additional session information

Therapist's note

Full fee will be charged to your credit card on file for no shows or less than 24 hour cancellations.


Client testimonials

"Laraine was point on, I would highly recommend her."
- Zencare client February 2024
"Wasn’t a call, was several emails. Laraine is on vacation, yet answered me on the same day I sent a request, which impressed me greatly. The majority of providers didn’t answer me, and three didn’t even call for scheduled consultations. Several just sent they no longer take Medicare (which should be removed from their profiles) & Laraine has continued to send requests for insurance info & responds immediately, while on vacation. Extremely impressed with work ethic & empathy shown."
- Zencare client February 2024

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