Jill Brown , LCSW

Jill Brown is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in New York. She has focused her work on helping individuals, couples, and families address depression, anxiety, and relationship difficulties, bringing 18 years of experience to her practice.

Her clinical work spans all ages with particular emphasis on adults and older adults. Jill has concentrated on grief counseling, navigating life changes, building self-esteem and confidence, and supporting people on the autism spectrum. She has also treated conditions such as ADHD, OCD, adjustment disorders, and agoraphobia.

Jill uses a flexible, client-centered approach that supports each person in defining their own goals. She emphasizes a warm, compassionate, and respectful therapeutic stance, shaping treatment around what each client identifies as most important. Her skills draw on a range of evidence-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, person-centered methods, and a strengths-based perspective.

Jill approaches the therapeutic relationship without judgment and with attention to the needs and priorities of the person she is working with. She recognizes that reaching out for support takes courage and believes that effort deserves thoughtful, caring attention. She looks forward to working with individuals and families who seek support through difficult times.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Jill Brown

Jill Brown integrates several well established approaches to support clients in an online setting. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while focusing on actions that align with personal values - it is often helpful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical skills for managing symptoms like worry, low mood, and stress. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration, allowing clients to set goals and guide the pace of work while the therapist provides warm, nonjudgmental support.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the collaboration. Jill works with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts strategies as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging allow clients to choose formats that fit their schedules and comfort levels. These options can make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy or changing life circumstances and to access support from the convenience of one’s own environment.