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Linda Edwards(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
New York
Anxiety -College & graduate student mental health- Depression- Life transitions- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Trauma-
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Professional statement

Linda Edwards is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor practicing in New York City. She treats adults and couples in issues that range from Anxiety, Depression and Mood disorders to Trauma and adaptation to major life changes.

Linda offers sessions online to New York residents and uses CBT, interpersonal therapy and EMDR to help her clients tackle the different issues that they experience. Her clients come from all paths of life but tend to be successful in this challenging city of New York. Her work stems from her foundations on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy but is informed by her ample experience and the needs of her clients. Not only is every client unique but her capacity to tailor the different possible interventions to the needs and the moment of each client makes her quite effective.

Linda prides herself on not only listening, since that is a given in her profession, but in being able to translate the doubts, problems and issues of her clients into action plans that turn into lasting change in their lives. Linda has discovered that by using EMDR she has been able to accomplish great success in the treatment of clients, being more and more adept at using this treatment approach. The mix of structure, forwardness and depth of this technique makes her really enjoy administering and see the amazing improvements her clients make.

Linda tries constantly to be empathetic and supportive. She knows that only by creating a safe and supportive environment in session can the process of opening up and really dive into the problem at hand can take place. Linda has been providing sessions online for the past 4 years and believes in the mix of convenience, familiarity and depth that the medium provides.


Message to clients

As a highly trained and experienced CBT therapist and EMDR specialist, I excel in treating different disorders through evidence-based techniques. My personalized approach involves thorough assessments, tailored interventions, and skill-building strategies, ensuring each client's unique needs are met. By fostering a supportive and empathetic environment, I empower you to challenge negative thought patterns and develop effective coping mechanisms, leading to lasting improvements in you mood and overall well-being.

I understand the overwhelming feelings that often accompany mood disorders and past trauma. I focus on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns that contribute to the same actions, thoughts and feelings to be repeated and to make the symptoms stay in your life. Through behavioral activation, I will encourage you to engage in activities you once enjoyed, gradually reintroducing positive experiences, significantly improving your overall well-being.

I look forward to work together, nothing brings me more satisfaction that engaging in a new therapeutic process and see how gradually the interventions start taking effect and your life changes for the better!


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 4 years

Daniel Criado Mental Health Counseling , LMHC, 2022 - Present

Long Island University , Master of Science Mental Health Counseling , 2021

Licensure

New York: 14509

Languages

English

Specialties

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

College & graduate student mental health - Specialized strategies for common issues of young adulthood, including school and career stressors, support around healthy relationships, existential concerns, drug or alcohol issues, eating disorders, and anxiety and/or depression.

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

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

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Columbia University Student Health Insurance Plan (Aetna)
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • FIT Student Health Insurance (Aetna)
  • NYU Student Health Insurance (Wellfleet / Cigna PPO)
  • New School Student Insurance (United Healthcare Student Resources)
  • UMR
  • United Healthcare
  • United Healthcare Student Health Plan

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$100 (55min)