Collette Dignam , LCSW

Collette Dignam is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York. She focuses on helping people manage anxiety, depression, bipolar symptoms, grief, and self-esteem struggles. Her approach is practical and straightforward, aimed at people who want to try new ways to feel better.

She has six years of clinical experience and has worked with a wide age range, including adolescents and middle-aged adults. Most of her work centers on anxiety and depression, and she also supports issues such as panic attacks, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, mood disorders, and personality concerns. Women's issues are listed among her focus areas.

In sessions she emphasizes a positive, supportive working relationship. She encourages clients who are willing to learn and try different techniques. Collette uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside relaxation exercises, writing, and journaling.

Therapy sessions are practical and goal-minded. Clients can expect to talk through patterns of thinking and behavior, practice relaxation skills, and use writing or journaling to reflect between sessions. Collette adapts tools from different approaches to fit each person's needs.

People often come to her when they want clear steps to reduce anxiety, manage mood swings, or cope with loss. She aims to make therapy understandable and doable for everyday life.

Evidence-based techniques for online care

Collette uses practical, evidence-based techniques that many people find helpful. Cognitive behavioral techniques focus on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms. Relaxation and breathing exercises teach simple skills to lower physical tension and calm the body during panic or high stress. Writing and journaling are used as reflective tools to clarify feelings, track mood patterns, and practice new ways of thinking.

Choosing the right technique is a collaborative process. She works with each person to see which approaches fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. Together they try methods, review what helps, and adjust the plan as needed so the work stays useful and manageable.

Online therapy makes these approaches flexible and accessible. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction for skills practice and visual cues. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat or text messaging offer ongoing support between sessions and a way to share quick updates or journaling reflections. These options aim to fit therapy into busy schedules and different comfort levels.