Elisa Reisner , LCSW-R

Elisa Reisner is a New York licensed clinician with two decades of professional experience who supports people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflict, and eating-related struggles. She brings a strengths-based perspective, helping clients recognize the resources and abilities they already possess to meet difficult challenges and move toward a more fulfilling life.

Drawing on practical strategies and compassionate listening, she works collaboratively with individuals to address communication problems, relationship strains, and issues such as anger, isolation, or questions about life purpose. Elisa emphasizes that each person is the expert on their own story and that therapy can build on existing strengths to create meaningful change.

She holds an LCSW-R, which indicates a licensed clinical social worker credential in New York, and approaches care with respect for each client s values and goals. Taking the first step toward a happier, more satisfying life requires courage, and Elisa offers steady support and guidance throughout that process.

Approaches and Online Options for Therapy

Elisa Reisner uses evidence-informed approaches adapted for online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and learn practical ways to accept difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action toward meaningful goals - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and changing behaviors through structured techniques, which can be effective for anxiety, mood challenges, and problematic habits. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client s lead to support personal growth and improved self-understanding.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Elisa works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Elisa is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across locations, and use different communication styles to suit individual comfort and practical needs.