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Elizabeth Kotkin

Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships

About

My name is Beth Kotkin. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist in New York and California with more than 30 years experience. I spent half of my career in the San Francisco Bay area, working with families impacted by alcohol and drug issues, as well as trauma survivors and those with depression.

I also specialize in inner child work and those who struggle with codependency and family of origin issues. I trained with John Bradshaw and designed and directed one of his programs in the Bay Area.

I moved back to my home town of NYC in 2009 and have been working with clients in both New York and California since then.

I would describe my approach as warm, empathic and collaborative. I will listen to your needs in a nonjudgemental atmosphere, and tailor my approach to meet what works for you individually. I utilize a motivational approach with an emphasis on finding mutually agreed-upon goals and solutions.

I am focused on providing counseling to individuals and families who are touched by alcohol, drug or other addictive problems. I also specialize in treatment for abuse and trauma survivors. I have experience with adults in a supportive strength-based trauma-informed approach.

My specialties include depression, grief, anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse and recovery, codependency, survivors of abuse and trauma, and healing the inner child.

Years Experience: 35
Location: New York, United States
Accepting New Clients: Yes
Gender: Female
Accepting international clients: No
NPI Number: 1205428901
Credentials: NY LMFT 000974, CA LMFT 19511
Languages Spoken: English
Licenses: LMFT (New York) #000974 exp 2027-04-30 • LMFT (California) #19511 exp 2025-12-31
List of Specialties: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
Where Can You Work With This Therapist: BetterHelp
Therapist of color: No
Communication options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Elizabeth Kotkin

Compassionate care for addiction and trauma
  • Addictions treatment
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Inner-child healing

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About

Elizabeth Kotkin is a licensed marriage and family therapist who practices in New York and holds authorization to practice in California as well. She brings 35 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families.

She spent roughly half of her career in the San Francisco Bay Area, working with families affected by alcohol and drug issues, trauma survivors, and adults coping with depression. Her practice includes a long-standing emphasis on inner child work and assistance for those struggling with codependency and family-of-origin challenges.

Kotkin trained with John Bradshaw and went on to design and direct one of his programs in the Bay Area. She returned to her hometown of New York City in 2009 and has continued to work with clients in both New York and California since that time.

Her therapeutic style is warm, empathic, and collaborative. She listens in a nonjudgmental atmosphere and tailors interventions to what works best for each person, using a motivational approach that emphasizes mutually agreed-upon goals and practical solutions.

She focuses on counseling individuals and families impacted by alcohol, drug, or other addictive problems and specializes in treatment for survivors of abuse and trauma. Her work with adults is grounded in a strength-based, trauma-informed framework.

Her specialties include addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, depression, stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, intimacy-related concerns, sleep disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Location: New York, United States
Years Experience: 35
Gender: Female
Languages Spoken: English
Therapist of Color: No
Communication Options: Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

List of Specialties: Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Self esteem, Depression, Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping, Parenting, Anger, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Female therapist, Older, Non-religious, Liberal therapist
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Therapist Available Through: BetterHelp
Currently Accepting New Clients: Yes
Accepting International Clients: No

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LMFT 000974, CA LMFT 19511
  • NPI Number: 1205428901
  • License: LMFT (New York) #000974 exp 2027-04-30 • LMFT (California) #19511 exp 2025-12-31

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How much experience does Elizabeth Kotkin have?

Elizabeth Kotkin has 35 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Elizabeth Kotkin a licensed therapist?

Yes. Elizabeth Kotkin is a licensed marriage and family therapist with New York license NY LMFT 000974 and California license CA LMFT 19511.

In which languages does Elizabeth Kotkin provide therapy?

Elizabeth Kotkin provides therapy in English.

Where is Elizabeth Kotkin located?

Elizabeth Kotkin is located in New York.

How can I work with Elizabeth Kotkin as my therapist?

You can work with Elizabeth Kotkin by Phone, Video, Live Chat, or Messaging.

How much does therapy with Elizabeth Kotkin 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 is straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Elizabeth Kotkin. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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