Jillian Lauria

Hi there! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in New York, dedicated to supporting adults navigating the complexities of depression, anxiety, daily stress management, and ADHD. My clinical focus is rooted in helping individuals find their footing when life feels overwhelming, chaotic, or out of balance. Whether you are dealing with a racing mind, a lack of focus, or a persistent heavy mood, I am here to help you make sense of it all. Outside of being a therapist, I am a fellow human who understands that reaching out for help takes immense courage, and I am committed to meeting you exactly where you are with absolute validation and zero judgment.

My approach to therapy is entirely collaborative, warm, and infused with a touch of humor because healing doesn't always have to feel rigid or heavy. I use an affirming, conversational style that draws from practical, evidence-based tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help you manage daily symptoms and reframe unhelpful thought patterns. We will also utilize structured, forward-facing methods like Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Motivational Interviewing to help you achieve your personal goals, alongside Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) to look at how your relationships impact your well-being. We will work as a team, building on your inherent strengths while moving entirely at your pace.

Taking that first step into therapy can feel incredibly daunting, so our very first session is all about comfort, pacing, and getting to know each other. You don't need to have anything figured out or prepare a perfect script; we will simply chat about what brought you here, your current challenges with anxiety, mood, or focus, and what you hope to get out of our time together. We will explore your goals in a low-pressure way, ensuring you feel safe, heard, and in complete control of the conversation. Think of this first meeting as a gentle introduction and a chance for us to see how we click, leaving you with a clearer sense of how we can work together to help you feel like yourself again.