Tamie O'Neil , LMHC

Tamie O'Neil is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York. The LMHC credential indicates that she is a licensed professional qualified to provide mental health counseling in the state. Over the course of her work she has supported people facing a broad range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, antisocial personality disorder, borderline personality disorder, and experiences of grief and loss.

She has also served as a crisis counselor, assisting individuals who have had thoughts of suicide by helping them obtain basic needs, develop coping strategies, and identify a support network. Her approach centers on forming a collaborative therapeutic relationship - meeting clients where they are, clarifying the goals they wish to reach, and then mapping practical steps to accomplish those goals. Tamie integrates cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, and mindfulness practices to tailor care to each person’s needs.

Seeking support is framed as the first step toward improved emotional well-being, and Tamie aims to empower clients to build skills and resilience that support a healthier, more fulfilling life.

Approaches That Translate Well to Online Therapy

Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead and supports them in identifying personal goals. This approach is helpful for people seeking a collaborative space to explore feelings and values.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns because it teaches practical skills that clients can apply between sessions.

Mindfulness therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and coping skills for managing strong emotions and stress. It can complement other approaches and is useful for clients working with anxiety, grief, or chronic stress.

Choosing the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Tamie works collaboratively with clients and other licensed professionals to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and then tailors techniques that fit each person's situation.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - making it easier to fit care into busy schedules or to connect across distances. These options help maintain continuity of care and make regular sessions more accessible for many people.