Todd Bater, LCSW-R, is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 18 years of experience helping people navigate challenging emotional and relational seasons. His work commonly focuses on concerns such as depression, anxiety, relationship stress, and the pressures that can build in work and daily life. He also supports clients who feel stuck in social isolation, find it hard to communicate what they need, or want to pursue meaningful personal growth.
Todd’s style is compassionate and individualized, with care shaped around each person’s goals, history, and current circumstances. He is committed to offering an affirming, supportive environment for LGBTQ+ clients, and he also welcomes those who are looking for a progressive, non-religious space for therapy. Whether someone is facing social anxiety, grieving a loss, or moving through a relationship transition, Todd provides steady guidance that is both empathetic and skilled.
Across sessions, he aims to help clients strengthen self-understanding, build more effective communication strategies, and develop healthier emotional patterns. Todd’s goal is to walk alongside each client as they cultivate resilience, practice self-acceptance, and work toward lasting, meaningful change.
Todd Bater uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients work through concerns like anxiety, depression, relationship stress, grief, and anger. In practice, this means using structured, research-informed strategies to better understand patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behavior, and to build practical skills that support day-to-day change. It can be especially helpful when stress feels overwhelming or when moods and reactions start to interfere with work, relationships, or self-esteem.
He also incorporates evidence-based methods that strengthen communication and support healthier relationship dynamics. This approach can be useful for people navigating relationship transitions, workplace tension, or ongoing difficulties expressing needs and boundaries. For clients who feel disconnected or isolated, therapy can also focus on building insight and identifying steps toward more meaningful connection and personal growth.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Todd works collaboratively with clients to understand what they want from therapy, what has or has not helped in the past, and what pace feels manageable, then adjusts the work accordingly.
Online therapy with Todd is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility and easier access for different schedules and comfort levels.
How much experience does Todd Bater have?
Todd Bater has 18 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients working through concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and grief.
Is Todd Bater a licensed therapist?
Yes. Todd Bater is licensed in New York as an LCSW-R (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - R), license number NY LCSW-R 081641.
In which languages does Todd Bater provide therapy?
Todd Bater provides therapy in English.
Where is Todd Bater located?
Todd Bater is located in New York.
How can I work with Todd Bater as my therapist?
You can work with Todd Bater through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to choose the format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Todd Bater work with international clients?
No. Todd Bater does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Todd Bater 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 quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.