Jill Brown, LCSW - Therapist in New York

About Jill

Jill Brown is a licensed clinical social worker who helps adults and older adults manage stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and parenting concerns. She practices in New York and brings 18 years of experience to conversations about grief, self-esteem, ADHD, trauma, and intimacy-related issues. Her tone is straightforward and caring, aimed at parents and family members who need practical support.

Jill keeps sessions focused on what each person wants to change.

Background and approach

She listens without judgment and helps people set clear, realistic goals. Sessions often include short, teachable skills and homework that parents can use between meetings. Her approach draws from cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness, along with acceptance and commitment ideas and client-centered listening.

That mix lets her help people notice unhelpful thoughts, try small behavior changes, and practice calm tools that fit daily life. She also uses parts of dialectical behavior therapy and motivational interviewing when emotion regulation or tough decisions get in the way. These methods add structure for managing strong feelings and staying motivated to change.

Jill focuses on practical steps for family problems, communication issues, caregiver stress, and coping with life transitions. She aims to create a respectful space where parents and family members can talk through real concerns and leave with useful next steps.

Online methods and therapy approaches that fit family life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice their thoughts, accept difficult feelings, and take small actions that match their values. It is useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and decisions about relationships or parenting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy identifies unhelpful thought patterns and tries practical behavior changes to reduce symptoms and improve daily routines. It often includes simple homework so parents can practice new skills between sessions.

Finding the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each client about goals, challenges, and preferences, then recommend a mix of techniques. That collaborative process means the plan can shift over time if something isn’t helping.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier for busy families. These options let parents connect from home, use shorter check-ins when needed, and continue therapy despite travel or chores. The range of formats supports flexible follow-through and makes it simpler to keep momentum between appointments.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Jill address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting, ADHD, trauma and related issues listed in her profile.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her style is warm, nonjudgmental, and goal-focused. She helps clients set clear steps and practices to use between sessions.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 18 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adults and older adults in New York.

What are her credentials and practice location?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, NY LCSW 045241, practicing in New York.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

Sessions can be held via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

How are costs and scheduling handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select Start Therapy, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Grief

Also works with

Abandonment
ADHD
Aging and geriatric issues
Anger management
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Compassion fatigue
Control issues
Coping with life changes
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dependent personality
Depression
Divorce and separation
Emptiness
Family conflicts
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
HIV / AIDS
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Impulsivity
Intimacy-related issues
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
LGBT
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Parenting issues
Phobias
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self esteem
Self-love
Sleeping disorders
Social anxiety and phobia
Trauma and abuse
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 18 years
Licensed: New York
Languages: English

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