Tanisha Richardson, LCSW - Therapist in New York

About Tanisha

Tanisha Richardson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who aims to help parents and adults facing stress, trauma, and relationship struggles. She speaks plainly and listens closely to what worries people most. Her style is respectful and compassionate and she focuses on practical steps you can use between sessions.

Her work centers on issues often tied to family and parenting, such as adoption and foster care concerns, attachment and blended family challenges, and communication problems.

Background and approach

She also supports people dealing with grief, addiction, anger, body image, and career or self-esteem struggles. Tanisha has thirteen years of clinical experience as an LCSW in New York. In sessions she adapts to each person’s needs rather than using a single method.

She draws from client-centered therapy to follow the client's lead and from cognitive behavioral therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. For trauma she may use EMDR to address distressing memories and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to strengthen important bonds. Treatment plans are practical and individualized.

Expect clear goals, concrete skills to practice, and regular check-ins about progress. The focus is on walking through difficult feelings so you can find what leads to better day-to-day functioning. Tanisha offers several remote session formats, and the process begins with a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step.

She works in English and practices in New York as NY LCSW 094930.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Tanisha commonly uses client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy as core parts of her work. Client-centered therapy means she follows the person's lead, listens carefully, and creates space for the client to shape goals. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying small behavior changes to reduce stress and improve mood.

For trauma-related issues she may draw on EMDR to process distressing memories. EMDR uses structured attention to reduce the hold of painful past events and can help with symptoms that come from trauma and abuse. Together with the client she will discuss which approaches feel like the best fit based on needs and preferences.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. She will check in about what methods are working and adjust the plan as goals change. Clients are invited to share feedback so therapy stays practical and relevant to everyday life.

Online therapy formats include video, phone, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, connect from home, and use brief check-ins when needed. The variety of formats lets people choose what feels most comfortable while working toward clearer communication, better coping skills, and improved family or parenting functioning.

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.

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Attends to the emotions underneath a recurring argument or distance, and to the attachment needs driving them. Often used where a relationship keeps returning to the same painful loop.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Tanisha address?

She helps with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, anger, addictions, grief, self esteem, career and relationship problems. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, attachment issues, blended family issues, and family of origin problems.

What is her approach to therapy?

She uses a mix of client-centered work and evidence-based methods like cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. Sessions emphasize practical steps, feeling through difficult emotions, and tailoring the plan to each person.

How much experience does she have?

Tanisha has 13 years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. That background includes work with trauma, parenting and family-related concerns.

Where is Tanisha licensed and located?

She is licensed in New York as NY LCSW 094930 and practices from that state. Sessions are provided according to regional licensing rules.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences. These options allow for flexible ways to meet between appointments.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Pricing details are provided during the sign-up process.

How do I begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing a short matching questionnaire. After that you can schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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Experience: 13 years
Licensed: New York
Languages: English

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