Cynthia Prince , LCSW

Cynthia Prince is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a long and varied career supporting people across many settings and life stages. She has worked with mandated clients and inmates of both genders, including adolescents involved in the juvenile justice system, and has experience in correctional facilities ranging from maximum to medium security. Her practice has also included residential care for young people and outpatient services for children, and after more than 30 years with the State of New York she moved into on-call work as a psychiatric evaluator in emergency settings and provided therapy at a local family medical center for college students and community members.

Cynthia has worked with a broad spectrum of concerns, including bipolar disorder, PTSD and trauma, anxiety and coping challenges, attachment and abandonment issues, ADHD, grief and loss, schizophrenia, abuse and self-injury, self-esteem and relationships, anger and personality disorders, neurodevelopmental conditions including autism spectrum differences, OCD, and depression. She does not focus on labels and prioritizes treating each person with respect, professionalism, and compassion. Her primary clinical orientation is cognitive behavioral therapy - a practical approach that addresses thoughts and behaviors - and she tailors treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each individual.

Cynthia brings warmth and humor to her work and sometimes includes Major, an emotional support pet, as a lighthearted element when appropriate. She recognizes that seeking help can feel daunting and encourages people to connect with a therapist who feels like the right fit so they can begin to feel better.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Cynthia Prince

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT helps people clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. It is often used for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where building flexibility and purposeful living is a focus). Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships influence current bonds and patterns; it is useful for relationship challenges, abandonment concerns, and attachment-related struggles by exploring emotional needs and building healthier connections). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a structured, problem-focused approach that examines the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, coping skills, and many everyday challenges).

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the process, and Cynthia works collaboratively with each person to identify methods that fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines evidence-informed techniques with an individualized plan and invites clients to provide feedback so therapy stays aligned with what helps them most.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter interactions are available through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule care around work, school, or caregiving responsibilities and to maintain continuity of support when in-person visits are difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver focused therapeutic work and regular check-ins that support progress over time.