Justine Gottlieb , LCSW-R

Justine Gottlieb is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered (LCSW-R), a clinical social work license in New York, with 20 years of experience helping adults, parents, teens, and families navigate life's challenges. She provides therapy for a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, family conflict, parenting difficulties, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and stress, and also addresses self-esteem, anger, coping with life changes, and aging and geriatric matters.

Her practice also focuses on family of origin dynamics, communication problems, fatherhood and parenting issues, sexuality and women's concerns, and transition issues for young adults. Justine blends a wellness-oriented, strengths-based approach with evidence-informed methods to support clients in identifying resources and practical steps forward. She draws on Motivational Interviewing to enhance motivation and change, and psychodynamic therapy to explore underlying patterns and emotional meaning.

Known for attentive listening and an empathic stance, Justine balances reflective insight with concrete coping strategies tailored to each person or family. She welcomes new clients and seeks to create a collaborative space where people can describe their concerns and work toward clearer, more manageable ways of moving ahead.

Could Virtual Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist online can produce meaningful results. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions for many individuals.

One clear benefit is scheduling flexibility. People can meet with a therapist in the format that fits their life best - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain continuity of care amid busy days and changing routines.

Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients may choose to switch therapists at any time if they feel a different fit would be more helpful. Online therapy offers an accessible option for people seeking supportive, evidence-informed care from licensed professionals.