Eric Katz

Eric Katz is a licensed social worker with more than 26 years of experience helping people navigate worry, anger, and painful life events. He holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in New York. He aims to create an open space where people can talk honestly about difficult feelings without judgment.

He often helps with stress, anxiety, depression, and problems that come up after trauma or abuse. He also supports people wrestling with relationship difficulties, codependency, guilt and shame, obsessive thoughts and compulsions, and feelings of isolation and loneliness. He uses approaches that focus on practical skills and clearer thinking.

In sessions he works collaboratively to notice patterns that keep problems going and to try new ways of responding. He blends strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to match each person’s needs. That can mean practicing new coping skills, shifting unhelpful thinking, or learning to tolerate strong emotions.

Eric stresses straightforward communication and steady feedback about what helps. He encourages small, achievable steps and checks in on progress. People who call or click to start therapy can expect a down-to-earth conversation about goals and what to try next.

He recognizes that starting therapy takes courage and aims to make the process easier. To begin, clients follow a brief matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on availability.

How evidence-based approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then focus on actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and problems with avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and teaches techniques to challenge unhelpful thinking and build healthier habits. It is commonly used for anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and low mood. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for managing strong emotions, improving distress tolerance, and handling interpersonal conflict, which can be useful after trauma or during high stress.

Finding the right approach is usually a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that fit the situation. Progress is checked regularly and plans are adjusted when something isn't working. This collaborative process helps tailor ACT, CBT, or DBT strategies to what each person needs.

The therapist's biography does not specify session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people practice skills in their everyday routines. Talk with the therapist about practical needs and scheduling to find an approach that fits your life.