Gary Schwartz , LMHC

Gary Schwartz is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with four decades of professional experience. He has spent 40 years working with people facing stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and challenges related to motivation, self esteem, and confidence. His work also attends to concerns such as abandonment, body image, forgiveness, guilt and shame, life purpose, men's issues, panic disorder and panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, and social anxiety and phobia.

Schwartz brings a Christian worldview that informs his philosophy of care, and he emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in therapeutic work. He adapts conversations and treatment plans to meet each person’s distinct needs, focusing on practical support and empowerment. He frames seeking therapy as a courageous first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life, and he aims to help people move forward from where they are toward meaningful change.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can offer meaningful help. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions for most people.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that fits their routine and comfort level, choosing from video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety makes it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life and to maintain continuity of care when schedules or circumstances change.

Licensed professionals provide these services, and clients are able to switch therapists if they want a different match. For many people, remote therapy offers an accessible, consistent way to work toward their goals with a qualified therapist.