Elias Gootzeit
Experienced LCSW-R for trauma and transitions
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About
Elias Gootzeit brings more than 40 years of clinical experience to his practice in New York, offering steady support for people facing stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, and major life transitions. He draws on evidence-based strategies to help clients build practical coping skills, process difficult experiences, and explore life purpose and relationships in a direct, non-religious manner.
His work frequently focuses on parenting and family challenges, caregiver stress, attachment and abandonment issues, and emotional regulation concerns such as anger, impulsivity, and disruptive mood dysregulation. He is also experienced supporting young adults, individuals recovering from post-traumatic stress, and those navigating divorce, separation, or domestic violence recovery.
Trained with a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University (1978), Elias holds an LCSW-R, a New York State clinical social work license that authorizes him to provide psychotherapy. He has continued professional development in areas including divorce mediation and Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy. Elias offers a compassionate, pragmatic approach intended to foster resilience, self-understanding, and tangible tools for daily emotional well-being.
His work frequently focuses on parenting and family challenges, caregiver stress, attachment and abandonment issues, and emotional regulation concerns such as anger, impulsivity, and disruptive mood dysregulation. He is also experienced supporting young adults, individuals recovering from post-traumatic stress, and those navigating divorce, separation, or domestic violence recovery.
Trained with a Masters in Social Work from Fordham University (1978), Elias holds an LCSW-R, a New York State clinical social work license that authorizes him to provide psychotherapy. He has continued professional development in areas including divorce mediation and Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy. Elias offers a compassionate, pragmatic approach intended to foster resilience, self-understanding, and tangible tools for daily emotional well-being.
- Location:
- New York, United States
- Years Experience:
- 40
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NY LCSW-R 020933
- NPI Number: 1831543115
- License: LCSW-R (New York)
Evidence-Based Techniques for Online Care
Elias uses practical, evidence-based strategies to address anxiety and trauma, helping clients learn skills for managing difficult thoughts and emotions and for reducing the daily impact of stress. Multi-Dimensional Family Therapy is another approach he applies for family and adolescent concerns - it focuses on improving family communication, addressing behavior patterns, and strengthening relationships to support long-term change. In cases of separation and conflict, his training in divorce mediation helps couples navigate transitions with clearer communication and problem-solving to reduce conflict and support healthier dynamics.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Elias works collaboratively with each person to identify which techniques best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress and circumstances evolve.
Online sessions - whether by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - make therapy more flexible and accessible for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limitations. These options let clients engage in regular, ongoing work with licensed professionals from locations that fit their lives, while preserving the continuity and effectiveness of care.
How much experience does Elias Gootzeit have?
Elias Gootzeit has 40 years of experience.
Is Elias Gootzeit a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credential LCSW-R. License details: NY LCSW-R 020933.
In which languages does Elias Gootzeit provide therapy?
Elias Gootzeit provides therapy in English.
Where is Elias Gootzeit located?
Elias Gootzeit is located in New York.
How can I work with Elias Gootzeit as my therapist?
You can work with Elias Gootzeit through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Elias Gootzeit work with international clients?
Elias Gootzeit does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Elias Gootzeit cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.