Therapist listings are provided by BetterHelp. We will earn a commission at no extra cost to you if you use our links to buy.

Lorraine Stamp

Therapist · New York

Lorraine Stamp, LCSW-R

Practical therapy for thoughts and habits

Continue with Lorraine

Review online therapy options on BetterHelp.

  • Thought patterns
  • Daily habits
  • Relationship work

About Lorraine

Lorraine Stamp is a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of practice. She offers a steady, practical approach for people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma, addiction, grief, and everyday habits like sleep and eating. Lorraine speaks English and works from New York. She invites a first conversation to listen and set clear goals.

Lorraine begins by hearing what is happening now and what the client hopes to change. She uses talk, reflection, and simple exercises so people can notice thought patterns and daily habits that get in the way. Sessions focus on real-life steps - small changes that add up over time.

Her work draws on methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment approaches, attachment-based ideas, dialectical behavior strategies, and client-centered care. These tools are used flexibly to match each person's needs rather than following a single script.

Lorraine has experience helping people with parenting stresses, blended family issues, caregiving strain, and relationship communication problems. She also supports those facing abandonment, adoption and foster care questions, domestic violence, and co-occurring concerns like bipolar disorder or substance use.

Clients can expect collaborative goal-setting and practical skills to manage emotions, build healthier routines, and improve connection with others. Lorraine aims to help people find sustainable ways to feel steadier and more capable in daily life.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

28+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

Approaches that translate to online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, focuses on noticing thoughts and values and taking small actions that move a life in a chosen direction. It can help with anxiety, depression, and motivation when daily habits get stuck. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to shift unhelpful patterns; it is often used for anxiety, mood, and sleep problems. Attachment-Based Therapy attends to how relationships and early connections shape current reactions and can be useful for intimacy, communication, and family concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Lorraine treats therapy as a collaboration and will help figure out which methods fit a person's goals, needs, and preferences. She adapts techniques rather than sticking to one model, so treatment can change as progress happens.

The practical benefits of remote sessions are often about fitting therapy into life. Online work can make it easier to schedule appointments around work or caregiving, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the available options before booking to choose what best fits daily routines and goals.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Lorraine address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, sleep and eating difficulties, ADHD, and related concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and collaborative. She listens first, then mixes talk therapy with exercises to change thought patterns and everyday habits.

What is her background and experience?

She has 28 years of experience in clinical practice, including long-term work providing therapy and supervising other therapists.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the credential LCSW-R and practices in New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.

What session formats are used?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How is cost handled?

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

How do I get started with scheduling?

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

Back to all therapists

Lorraine StampReview online therapy options on BetterHelp.

Continue with Lorraine