About
Scott Christnelly is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 24 years of professional experience. He offers focused support for concerns such as stress and anxiety, issues related to LGBT identity, self esteem and confidence, and career-related challenges. His work also addresses grief, relationship difficulties, sleeping problems, anger, addictions, and compassion fatigue.
He tailors dialog and treatment plans to meet each person’s unique circumstances, drawing from several clinical approaches to fit what is most useful in a given moment. Additional focuses include attention to ADHD, avoidant personality traits, codependency, communication problems, HIV and AIDS related concerns, isolation or loneliness, and questions about life purpose and sexuality.
Christnelly acknowledges that starting therapy can take courage and provides a straightforward, respectful approach intended to support people as they make that step. He brings a long-term practice perspective to collaborative work and adapts interventions to the issues a person brings to sessions.
Online therapy approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy are among the primary frameworks used in Scott Christnelly’s remote work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy is described in accessible terms as a way to clarify personal values and build willingness to face difficult thoughts while moving toward meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is framed as a method to examine and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to stress, anxiety, or low self esteem.
Mindfulness practices are also incorporated to help ground attention and reduce reactivity, and elements from Client-Centered and Emotionally-Focused Therapy can be blended when a compassionate, relational focus is helpful. These approaches are presented in straightforward language and selected to match what each person finds most useful.
Sessions may be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. He works collaboratively to tailor dialog and treatment plans to individual needs, and adapts the mix of approaches based on how a person prefers to work together.How long has Scott been practicing?
He has 24 years of professional experience.
What are his professional credentials and license information?
He is an LCSW-R licensed in New York. License number: NY LCSW-R 074934.
Which languages does he offer therapy in?
Therapy is offered in English.
Where is he based?
He is located in New York.
What ways can people work with him online?
He provides services via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates he does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with him?
Use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to begin the process.