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Online therapist

George Torres

Supportive licensed social worker for practical change

Credentials
LCSW-R
Experience
24 years
Licensed in
New York
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About George

George Torres is a licensed social worker in New York with 24 years of professional experience. He focuses on practical help for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, anger, and related challenges. He offers down-to-earth support and aims to make the first step toward change feel manageable.

George treats each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He uses clear, evidence-based tools such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness.

Background and approach

In sessions he talks through goals and adapts the plan to fit each person's situation. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at skills you can use between meetings. George also addresses sleep problems, grief, self-esteem, career concerns, ADHD, bipolar challenges, and first responder issues.

He combines short-term strategies with longer-term work when needed. This lets people handle immediate problems while building resilience. Sessions are shaped to the individual rather than a fixed approach.

George listens first, then recommends practical steps and exercises to try. He encourages collaboration so clients feel involved in decisions about their care. Parents and caregivers browsing here will find a therapist oriented toward problem solving and steady support.

If you want focused, experience-based help and a clear plan, George aims to guide you through the steps toward better daily functioning.

How George's Approaches Work Online

George uses a few well-established techniques that translate well to remote sessions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, helps people process distressing memories by combining guided attention with therapeutic processing. It can reduce the emotional intensity of past events and related symptoms. Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and changing patterns of behavior with practical exercises. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. George starts by listening to your concerns and goals, then suggests one or a mix of methods. He encourages collaboration so you decide together which steps feel most helpful and realistic for your life.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit busy schedules. These options make it easier to connect from home or between obligations and to follow up with short messages when needed. The variety of formats supports continuity of care and flexibility so people can keep momentum even when life is hectic.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does George commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, grief, sleep problems, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar, ADHD, parenting, and related challenges. First responder issues are also a focus.
What is his general therapy style?
George uses practical, evidence-based techniques and keeps sessions straightforward. He tailors conversation and exercises to each person nd focuses on skills to use between meetings.
How long has he worked in this field?
He has 24 years of professional experience in social work and therapeutic practice in New York.
What credentials and location are listed?
He holds the New York LCSW-R license, number 072281, and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be held by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and 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 according to therapist availability.

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Experience
24 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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