- Stress and anxiety
- Social anxiety support
- Smoking cessation
About Miriam
Miriam Davis-Doern is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 32 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and self-esteem concerns, and lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas. Miriam also supports people facing issues related to autism spectrum conditions, caregiver stress, and isolation.
Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps that can be practiced between meetings. She helps people notice patterns, try different behaviors, and develop confidence in everyday situations.
Miriam has extensive experience with young adults and people who have developmental differences. She often helps clients who want to change habits such as smoking or vaping, or who struggle with impulsivity and mood swings. Her work includes attention to challenges common for women and for people experiencing discrimination.
She emphasizes respect for each person’s background and life experience. Conversations cover symptoms, coping strategies, and real-world adjustments that fit a person's life. The aim is to build skills that can reduce distress and improve functioning over time.
Miriam encourages clear communication about goals and progress. She invites clients to set manageable objectives and to review what works and what needs changing. This practical focus helps keep sessions concrete and useful.
Approaches and practical online therapy options
Many clinicians who describe their work as using evidence-based therapeutic techniques rely on a mix of structured, skills-focused methods. One common approach focuses on behavior change by identifying unhelpful patterns, practicing new responses, and reinforcing small wins; this helps with anxiety, impulsivity, and habit changes like smoking or vaping. Another typical method emphasizes mood and thought patterns, helping people notice negative thinking and try alternative, more balanced ways of interpreting situations; this can reduce symptoms of depression and social anxiety.Picking the right approach is collaborative. The therapist will review a client's goals, preferences, and daily life to select methods that fit. Together they monitor what helps and adjust the plan over time so sessions stay practical and goal-focused.
The biography does not specify session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. Many people find online work helpful because it can fit into a busy schedule, remove travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online sessions can make it easier to continue regular practice between meetings and to apply skills directly to everyday situations.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
32+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, anger, and self-esteem issues, and lists social anxiety and phobia as a focus area.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is practical and goal-oriented, focusing on small, doable steps and real-life skill building.
How much experience does she have?
She has 32 years of professional experience as a clinician in New York.
What credentials and location apply?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her if I live outside the U.S.?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session formats arranged?
Session formats are not specified in the biography; confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; to start, complete the matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.