- Practical coping strategies
- Respectful, tailored care
- Experience with grief
About Ellen
Ellen Jay is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New York with more than 15 years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship concerns, and addiction-related struggles. Ellen approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion as they take the step to seek help.
Her sessions begin with listening to what matters most to the client. She works with people to build a plan that matches their goals and day-to-day life. Conversations are tailored to each person's needs rather than following a single rigid method.
Ellen helps people cope with major life changes, loss, and the emotional impact of illness or aging. She also supports those facing blended family challenges and broader family problems. Her work includes issues relevant to young adults and hospice or end-of-life situations.
Therapy with Ellen is collaborative. She and the client set priorities and check progress along the way. Practical strategies and coping tools are used alongside careful conversation to help people try new approaches between sessions.
Sessions are offered in English and are shaped around the client’s concerns and goals. Ellen welcomes people who want a steady, respectful professional to talk things through while they work toward clearer coping and improved everyday functioning.
Evidence-based approaches and online therapy fit
Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on practical skills and clear goals. One common approach emphasizes learning coping and relaxation skills to reduce stress and anxiety; it involves practicing simple breathing, grounding, and routine changes that can help day-to-day functioning. Another approach centers on processing grief and loss through structured conversations and meaning-making work that helps people organize memories and adjust to change.Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Ellen will collaborate with each person to identify which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences. She helps clients try techniques, see what feels helpful, and adjust the plan together over time.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session formats before booking since specific formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow more flexible timing for appointments. It can also let people have shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid being on camera if that makes participation easier. Licensed professionals and therapists can adapt exercises and homework to remote settings so progress continues between meetings.
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Experience
15+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Ellen address?
Ellen works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, depression, relationship strain, addiction-related issues, trauma and abuse, and LGBT-related concerns. She also supports those dealing with family problems, blended family questions, aging and geriatric issues, hospice and end-of-life matters, and young adult issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Ellen listens first, then shapes conversations and practical strategies to match each person’s goals.
What is her professional background?
Ellen has over 15 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and life concerns. That experience informs how she helps people set realistic steps forward.
What credentials does Ellen hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are offered to people located within the applicable region.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific fee details are provided during the matching and scheduling process.
What are the steps to begin therapy?
To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.