- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and PTSD
- Cognitive behavioral methods
About Sasha
Sasha Thomson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 12 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and life changes. Sasha also focuses on concerns such as isolation, mood disorders, panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.
Sasha listens without judgment and aims to be a steady, professional presence when things feel hard. Sessions are practical and grounded. She helps people set clear goals and break them into small steps they can try between meetings.
Her work uses several evidence-based techniques. Cognitive behavioral approaches look at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teach new, manageable skills. Dialectical behavior therapy techniques offer strategies for handling strong emotions and improving coping in high-stress moments.
Sasha also uses motivational interviewing ideas to support people who feel stuck or unsure about change. That approach focuses on what matters to the person and builds motivation at a comfortable pace. Together these methods are practical tools for managing panic, reducing avoidance, and improving daily functioning.
Clients who stay with the work often report clearer priorities and better ways to handle triggering situations. Sasha encourages small experiments in daily life and checks in on progress each session. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule their first appointment.
How Sasha applies common therapeutic techniques online
Sasha commonly uses cognitive behavioral approaches and dialectical behavior therapy techniques in her work. Cognitive behavioral approaches involve identifying thought and behavior patterns that keep stress and anxiety going, and practicing small, practical changes to shift those patterns. Dialectical behavior therapy techniques focus on emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills to help people respond differently when panic or intense feelings arise.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Sasha works with each person to decide which techniques match their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan as progress is tracked. The therapist and client set goals together and test small strategies between visits to see what helps.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people appreciate online sessions because they can fit meetings into a busy day, reduce travel time, and make it easier to keep regular appointments. Others find brief check-ins useful when time or bandwidth is limited. Sasha will help plan a format and schedule that fits into everyday life and supports steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Sasha help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes, including social anxiety and phobia.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are practical and skills-focused, using evidence-based techniques to teach ways to manage strong feelings and change unhelpful habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Sasha has 12 years of experience working as a social worker and counselor with people facing a range of mental health concerns.
What credential and location should I know about?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a first session.