- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Life purpose
About Lorraine
Lorraine Carvell is a New York licensed clinical social worker, LCSW-R, with 33 years of professional experience. She works with adults who are feeling stressed, anxious, low in confidence, or uncertain about what comes next. Her focus includes depression, trauma and abuse, and family-related concerns.
Lorraine draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people talk through pressing problems. She listens for what matters most and adjusts conversations so they address practical next steps. Sessions are aimed at reducing overwhelming feelings and improving everyday coping.
She also helps people untangle relationship patterns tied to attachment, communication breakdowns, divorce and separation. Caregiver stress, guilt, shame, and isolation are common topics she addresses. Lorraine supports those coping with panic attacks, social anxiety, and mood shifts.
Work on life purpose and motivation is part of her practice for people wondering what to do after a change in work, relationships, or health. The focus is on clarifying values and testing small changes rather than promising a single answer.
Her style is practical and person-focused. People can expect straightforward conversation, goal-oriented steps, and adjustments as needs change. To begin, readers should use the site's matching and scheduling flow to book an initial session.
How evidence-based methods guide online sessions
Many therapists use cognitive approaches to help people notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior. These methods break problems into manageable parts, teach practical skills for anxiety and mood, and test new ways of coping in daily life. They are often used for panic attacks, social anxiety, and low mood.Another common approach addresses trauma-related responses by helping people name what happened, understand how it affects their feelings and relationships, and build strategies to reduce distress. This can help with post-traumatic stress, shame, and isolation by focusing on clear, stepwise coping strategies.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss options and tailor the plan based on the person's needs, goals, and preferences. This collaborative selection helps match techniques to the problem rather than assuming one method fits all.
Session formats should be confirmed before booking since the biography does not list specific options. Ask about the available formats when you schedule. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a weekday break, avoid travel time, or choose a shorter check-in when needed, which helps therapy work with an everyday routine rather than around it.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
33+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and family-related concerns including communication and caregiver stress.
How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to clarify values and identify small practical steps toward change. Conversations focus on what is realistic and useful now.
How much experience does she have?
She has 33 years of professional experience working with adults on mood, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LCSW-R licensed in New York and practices with that credential in mind.
Which languages can sessions be held in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.