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Carole Spivack

Therapist · New York

Carole Spivack, LCSW

Practical support for thoughts and everyday habits

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  • Focus on thoughts
  • Skills for daily life
  • Direct and warm

About Carole

Carole Spivack is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with more than 20 years of practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and common life shifts that make daily functioning harder. She helps people build a stronger sense of self and motivation so they can face work and personal challenges with more confidence.

Carole’s approach is warm, direct, and interactive. Sessions are collaborative - she listens, asks practical questions, and helps people try new ways of responding to thoughts and habits. She emphasizes small, doable changes that add up over time rather than overwhelming plans that are hard to keep.

Her work often centers on how thoughts and everyday habits shape feelings and behavior. She uses techniques that help people notice unhelpful patterns and practice different responses. That focus can help with mood problems, compulsions, anxiety, and difficulty managing anger.

Carole also brings coaching-style support for career concerns, life purpose, and motivation. She tailors sessions to each person's needs and makes space for direct feedback and real-world practice between meetings. The goal is clearer thinking, steadier mood, and more effective action in daily life.

People who reach out can expect a practical, encouraging style and an emphasis on skill building. She supports clients through change and helps them find realistic steps toward a more satisfying day-to-day life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsAnger managementCoaching

Also works with

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersSelf esteemCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How CBT and Mindfulness Shape Online Work

Carole uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to guide online work. CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new, practical behaviors that can reduce anxiety, compulsions, and mood problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotion regulation.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. She works together with each person to decide which techniques fit their needs, goals, and daily life. That collaboration means methods can be adjusted as progress is made and new challenges arise.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people practice skills in their usual routines and bring real situations into sessions for concrete feedback and coached practice.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she help with?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, sleep problems, self-esteem, career challenges, trauma and compassion fatigue.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style is warm, direct, interactive, and collaborative. Sessions focus on practical strategies and changing everyday thoughts and habits.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has over 20 years of experience working with adults on emotional and behavioral concerns.

Where is she licensed and based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices from that location.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How does billing and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin therapy?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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