Sophia Resciniti , LCSW

Sophia Resciniti is a licensed clinical social worker practicing in New York. She draws on 15 years of experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, grief, and the effects of trauma and abuse. Sophia works with adults who are dealing with mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder, as well as relationship and intimacy-related issues and challenges linked to parenting and career stress.

Her approach centers on listening first and tailoring sessions to each person's needs. Sophia uses practical methods from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try small, doable changes. She also brings attachment-based and client-centered perspectives to strengthen relationships and self-understanding.

In sessions she focuses on direct, respectful conversation and clear goals. People can expect to talk through what matters most, practice skills between meetings, and review progress regularly. Sophia also addresses concerns such as addiction, anger, ADHD, and compassion fatigue with the same step-by-step emphasis.

She has additional experience with grief at end-of-life, coping after disasters, dissociation, domestic violence, and multicultural concerns. That background informs how she supports people facing complex or layered problems. Sophia speaks English and Greek and adapts her style to each person’s values and culture.

Therapy with Sophia is collaborative; she helps clients set priorities, try strategies, and adjust the plan as needed. Many people come for short-term support, while others work on longer-term changes in mood, relationships, or life direction.

Therapeutic approaches adapted for online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings so they can make choices aligned with their values. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions by focusing on actions that matter rather than trying to eliminate difficult emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy addresses unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through practical exercises and homework. CBT is often used for depression, panic, OCD-type concerns, and managing mood swings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to decide which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means trying an approach, checking how it feels, and adjusting over time so the plan stays useful and relevant.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different situations. Video sessions let people use face-to-face interaction when helpful. Phone sessions can be lighter on bandwidth and easier to fit into a work break. Live chat and messaging support brief check-ins, skill practice, or when writing feels more comfortable than talking. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing daily life.