- ACT
- CBT
- Attachment work
About Igor
Igor Light is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with five years of experience. He works with people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Social anxiety and phobia are listed among his focus areas, along with issues like isolation and communication problems.
Igor uses several evidence-informed approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try practical alternatives. He also draws on Attachment-Based Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy to focus on how early relationships shape current feelings and how a plain, respectful conversation can open new ways of relating. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are another tool he may introduce for managing strong emotions.
Sessions are conversational and goal-minded. Igor listens to what feels most pressing and suggests simple experiments to try between meetings. He gives clear, actionable steps rather than abstract theories, and keeps language straightforward so someone feeling nervous about social situations can follow along.
In practice Igor helps people work on specific problems like fear of being watched, difficulty speaking up, or avoiding social events. He supports work on related themes such as abandonment, guilt and shame, body image, and finding life purpose. His approach blends technique with attention to how people connect and relate.
Igor asks new clients to complete an initial questionnaire and schedule a first session so they can set clear goals together. Sessions are conducted in English in New York and follow his LMHC scope of practice.
Approaches used and what online sessions can offer
Igor commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in his work. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and practicing small actions that matter, which can help when anxiety or avoidance get in the way of everyday life. CBT looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical techniques for changing unhelpful patterns.He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how early relationship patterns influence current responses. That approach can be useful for people who notice repeated relationship struggles or fear of abandonment. Igor treats finding the right approach as collaborative - he will help the client test what methods fit their goals and preferences rather than insisting on one path.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are available. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy around work and family life, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Others prefer shorter check-ins by phone when bandwidth or time is limited. Igor will discuss practical details and help select a setup that makes it easier to attend and to practice the skills you work on together.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes including social anxiety and phobia.
What is his therapy style like?
Sessions are conversational and goal-minded, with clear steps and practical experiments to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
Igor has five years of professional experience working as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor.
What credentials and location are listed?
He is an LMHC licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.