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Online therapist

Dr. Georgia Hicks

Compassionate, practical support for families

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
New York
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Georgia

Dr. Georgia Hicks helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and low self-esteem. She is a licensed marriage and family therapist in New York and brings 20 years of professional experience to sessions.

Her approach is warm and matter-of-fact, aimed at helping parents and families who want practical ways to handle everyday challenges. In the room she focuses on creating an open space where thoughts and feelings can be shared without judgment.

Background and approach

She works with clients to build confidence and improve self-care habits. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at small, usable steps rather than abstract theory. Georgia pays attention to communication problems, divorce and separation issues, and the strains that workplace stress can place on family life.

She also addresses pregnancy and childbirth transitions, grief and loss, and social anxiety. Many people seek her help around forgiveness, isolation, and finding life purpose. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the situation and the family’s needs.

Sessions balance practical skills with emotional support, so people leave with clearer next steps. The tone is collaborative: she listens, offers feedback, and helps families try things that might work for them. Signing up is framed as a brave first step and she aims to make starting therapy straightforward.

Dr. Hicks meets people where they are and helps them move toward healthier patterns at a steady pace.

Evidence-Based Approaches for Families Online

Dr. Hicks draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help families manage stress and improve relationships. One common approach focuses on skill-building for communication - teaching clear speaking, active listening, and problem-solving so family members argue less and understand each other better. Another approach targets emotion regulation and coping for anxiety and grief - it helps people notice overwhelming feelings and try specific steps to reduce their intensity.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. She will discuss options with each person or family, consider goals and preferences, and adapt methods as the work progresses. The plan can change over time based on what is helpful in practice.

Online sessions offer flexible ways to meet. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when that feels important. Phone sessions work for people on the go. Live chat and text-based messaging provide short-form check-ins and support between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy family schedules while maintaining regular contact with a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflict, grief, and self-esteem challenges. Other areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, and workplace issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and straightforward. Sessions focus on practical steps, clear feedback, and building confidence through small changes.
How much professional experience does she have?
She has 20 years of professional work experience helping people with mood, relationship, and family concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is a New York licensed marriage and family therapist - LMFT, NY LMFT 001357. Her practice is based in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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