- Self esteem work
- Coping with change
- Caregiver stress
About Gilda
Gilda Axelrod is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered (LCSW-R) in New York with 26 years of experience. She works with adults on relationship concerns, grief and loss, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses compassion fatigue and issues linked to addiction and motivation.
Axelrod talks directly about everyday problems. She addresses low confidence, difficulty managing change, and patterns that come from family of origin issues. Sessions focus on practical steps, clearer communication, and small behavior changes that add up over time.
Her background includes long clinical experience supporting people through loss, separation, and caregiving strain. She has worked with those facing chronic illness or long-term caregiving responsibilities and with people trying to stop smoking or reduce substance use. That experience shapes how she plans sessions and follows progress.
In conversation she builds a treatment plan with each person. That plan centers on concrete goals such as improving communication, managing grief, or reducing substance use. She uses approaches described as evidence-based therapeutic techniques and adapts them to everyday problems.
Practical steps often start with clearer problem definitions and simple skill practice between sessions. Over time the focus can shift to maintaining gains and preventing relapse into old patterns. For someone noticing repeated family roles, she looks at how those early patterns affect current relationships and choices.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Gilda uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques aimed at clear, practical change. One common approach focuses on behavioral skills - teaching small, repeatable practices that improve communication, mood, or daily routines. That method is useful for self-esteem work, smoking cessation, and managing caregiving tasks.Another commonly used approach addresses grief and loss with structured talking and coping strategies. This helps people organize difficult feelings, build routines that support daily functioning, and plan for gradual adjustment after a loss.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will discuss goals and preferences, and together with the client decide which techniques fit best. That collaborative planning includes setting concrete goals and deciding what to try between sessions.
The practical benefits of online work depend on the session options offered. The biography does not list formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Therapists and licensed professionals often use online sessions to keep momentum between in-person meetings and to maintain consistency during life changes.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
26+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address related to family patterns?
She helps people notice and work through family of origin issues that influence current relationships, communication, and decision making.
What kind of approach can I expect in sessions?
She uses practical, evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on behavior change, communication skills, and grief work rather than abstract theory.
How much experience does she have?
She has 26 years of professional work experience in clinical settings addressing relationship, grief, addiction, and caregiver stress concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered (LCSW-R) practicing in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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