Dr. Anat Anais , LCSW

Dr. Anat Anais is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 30 years of clinical experience. She earned both her master of social work and doctoral degrees in social work from Adelphi University in New York State. Over the course of her career she has worked with people from diverse backgrounds on a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, relationship difficulties, parenting challenges, and experiences of trauma and abuse.

Her practice is informed by a humanistic, person-centered, and strengths-oriented philosophy. Rather than relying on a single method, she integrates multiple theories and practice models to address each person’s specific needs. Dr. Anais collaborates with clients to design individualized treatment plans that reflect their preferences, resources, and goals. Her approach emphasizes understanding attachment patterns, supporting emotional expression, and building practical skills to manage life stressors and improve relationships.

Therapeutic approaches and accessible online care

Dr. Anat Anais draws on several evidence-informed approaches to support clients remotely. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of relating - it helps people understand fears of abandonment, trust issues, and difficulties forming close connections. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes compassionate listening and collaboration - the therapist creates a respectful, nonjudgmental environment to help clients clarify values, build self-esteem, and find their own solutions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) addresses the links between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors - it offers practical strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and unhelpful coping habits.

Choosing the best method is part of the work together. Dr. Anais and the client assess needs, preferences, and goals to determine which approaches or combination of approaches fit best, and they adjust the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to each individual.

Online therapy with a licensed professional can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility to fit different lifestyles and time constraints. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while managing work, family, and other obligations.