Last edited 07/19/2024

Headshot of Ms. Alona Perlin Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Ms. Alona Perlin
LCSW

She / Her / Hers

Accepting New Clients
Online in New York
Headshot of Ms. Alona Perlin Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Identifies As
She / Her / HersHeterosexualChristianity, JudaismImmigrant / 1st Generation American
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Location

Online Therapy

Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyCareersRelationship IssuesLoss/Grief
General Expertise
DepressionCareersRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyAcademic challengesADHDAnger managementAutism spectrum disorderDevelopmental disordersHighly Sensitive Person
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyPsychoanalysisMindfulness PracticesEclectic TherapyCulturally Sensitive TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Coaching
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsAdults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
EnglishRussian
Professional Background
LicensureNew York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 096305
Training/CertificationsGroup Leader for Loss and bereavement
Education
New York University, Master of Social Work, Social Work, 2008 — I obtained a Master's Degree in Social Work and am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). In addition to providing psychotherapy, I teach in the subject of Social Work and am familiar with many different clinical techniques and diagnoses.
Columbia University Teacher's College, Master of Arts, Developmental Psychology, 1995 — I obtained a Master's Degree in Developmental Psychology, which allows me to understand and work with people of different developmental levels and services persons throughout through the entire developmental life span. I have also worked extensively with people with Developmental Disabilities, including persons with Intellectual Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Disorder and Cerebral Palsy.
Work HistoryAt present, I have been providing both individual and couples counseling at Betterhelp.com, as well as through the Open Path Collective. My experience includes working with people with divergent clinical diagnoses, such as Borderline Personality Disorders, Mood disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety, Relationship issues and Career difficulties. I work with all demographic groups, from age 5- elderly population.
Frequently Asked Questions
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