- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Client-centered approach
About Scott
Scott Christnelly is a New York-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW-R) with 24 years of professional experience. He works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, career difficulty, and related life pressures.
He focuses on practical conversation and concrete steps. Sessions look at what is getting in the way of day-to-day life and what small changes could help. Scott listens and adjusts the way he talks depending on each person's needs.
Scott uses a mix of approaches to help people manage worry, build confidence, and handle relationship or workplace strain. He draws on methods that encourage acceptance of difficult feelings, examine thinking patterns, and strengthen emotional connections. These tools are applied in straightforward ways a person can practice between meetings.
People often seek him out for problems like trouble sleeping, cravings or addictive patterns, grief, anger, or feeling isolated. He also works with issues such as avoidant personality patterns, codependency, communication difficulties, and questions about sexuality and life purpose.
Sessions aim to identify specific, manageable steps toward clearer goals. Scott helps people notice what matters most, weigh options, and try practical experiments. The focus is on usable skills rather than jargon or long theories.
Therapeutic approaches and how they fit online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck, then commit to actions that reflect their values; it can be useful for anxiety and social avoidance. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and offers practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns, which many people use for worry and sleep problems. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can find their own solutions and build confidence in making choices.Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work itself. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which approaches to try first, how to pace the work, and what goals to aim for. That way sessions match someone’s needs, preferences, and daily life demands.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also let people practice skills in the settings where problems happen, and the therapist can suggest simple exercises to use between appointments.
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Experience
24+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, self-esteem, career difficulties, addictions, grief, sleep problems, anger, and related issues including social anxiety and phobia.
How would he approach sessions?
He uses practical conversation and a mix of therapies such as ACT, CBT, EFT, and client-centered methods to help people test small changes and build skills between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 24 years of professional work experience in clinical practice.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW-R licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Can I have sessions in another language or from another country?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not working with international clients at this time.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin if I want to meet with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.