Theresa Parris-Perry, LCSW - Therapist in New York

About Theresa

Theresa Parris-Perry is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York. She draws on three decades of practice to support people facing stress, anxiety, relationship strain, family conflicts, trauma, and related concerns. Theresa focuses on practical steps and real conversation rather than jargon.

She believes people know their own stories and builds on existing strengths to make change feel achievable. Theresa guides conversations that help clarify what matters most at home and work.

Background and approach

She uses familiar tools from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot patterns and try new ways of responding. Mindfulness techniques are offered to reduce overwhelm and improve focus in daily life. Her approach also includes client-centered principles that prioritize each person’s goals and rhythm.

Solution-focused ideas are woven in to set small, doable goals and track progress. When useful, she draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at long-standing patterns that influence current reactions. Theresa aims for clear steps in session so clients leave with something to try between appointments.

She describes therapy as a collaborative process and moves at a pace people can manage. The tone is practical, warm, and straightforward. Theresa works with a broad range of concerns related to family and parenting and other life stresses.

Sessions are conducted in English and offered through a mix of video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Her license is NY LCSW 038956.

Approaches that inform online support

Theresa uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors; this approach is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. She also draws on mindfulness therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce overwhelm and improve emotional regulation. Client-centered therapy shapes how she listens, prioritizing each person’s goals and pacing so sessions stay relevant and respectful.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Theresa discusses options with each person and collaborates on which methods to try first based on needs, goals, and comfort. She checks in regularly and adjusts the plan so therapy stays practical and aligned with what the client wants to accomplish.

Online sessions are offered by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to make scheduling easier around busy family life and work. These formats let people connect from home or wherever they are, follow up between sessions with brief messages, and try tools in real time. The variety of options is meant to increase flexibility and help therapy fit into everyday routines.

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.

Mindfulness Therapy

Attention training: noticing thoughts and physical feelings as they arrive without being carried off by them. Much of it is practice you do yourself, so guidance over video or audio works much as it would in person.

Frequently asked questions

What problems does Theresa commonly help with?

She works with stress and anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, addictions, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career issues, depression, coping with change, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Theresa blends client-centered listening with practical methods such as cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness practices, solution-focused goal work, and psychodynamic perspectives when helpful.

How long has she practiced?

She brings 30 years of professional experience to her practice in New York.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

She is a licensed clinical social worker. The license is NY LCSW 038956 and her practice is based in New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Theresa meets with clients via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How are sessions billed or priced?

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?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts

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Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 30 years
Licensed: New York
Languages: English

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