- Practical coping steps
- Strengths-focused
- Calm supportive style
About Adam
Adam Chaiken is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in New York with 30 years of experience. He helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, family and parenting challenges. He approaches the work with empathy and a calm, supportive presence aimed at helping people take practical steps forward.
Adam focuses on identifying existing strengths and building on them. He encourages straightforward conversation about what feels hard now and what a better day would look like. Sessions are goal-oriented and grounded in everyday language so people can try new ways of managing symptoms between meetings.
In sessions he listens closely and offers clear ideas for coping with panic symptoms, intrusive thoughts, relationship conflict, or feelings of isolation. He works with people to set realistic, manageable goals and to practice small changes that add up over time.
People who prefer a steady, respectful therapist often find his style useful. He emphasizes collaboration and practical problem solving rather than jargon. His aim is to empower people to feel more in control of their lives and relationships.
Over three decades he has supported many people through divorce, grief, parenting strain, and persistent anxiety. That background informs a pragmatic approach that balances emotional support with actionable steps. To begin, he asks about immediate concerns and what the client would like to change next.
Approaches that target anxiety and practical change
The work often draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people manage strong physical reactions and anxious thoughts. One common focus is skills-based work for panic and anxiety, teaching breathing and grounding strategies alongside ways to notice and respond to worry so it has less control over daily life. This approach helps when panic spikes or when anxiety becomes frequent and disruptive.Another useful strand is behavioral change work that breaks problems into small steps. This involves setting clear, achievable goals and practicing new habits between sessions, which can reduce avoidance and build confidence over time. That kind of work is often helpful for phobias, social anxiety, and patterns that keep relationships strained.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about symptoms, life demands, and what feels manageable, then try methods that fit those needs. Adjustments are made as goals and circumstances change, so therapy is shaped together rather than prescribed up front.
If you are considering online care, please confirm the current session formats before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit therapy into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Discussing format options during the initial match helps ensure sessions work with your routine and needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
30+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Adam address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, and related issues such as panic disorder and panic attacks, obsessions and compulsions, social anxiety, and phobias.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He uses a calm, empathetic and practical approach that focuses on strengths and small, manageable changes to daily life.
What kind of experience does he bring?
He has 30 years of professional experience as a clinician, working with a range of anxiety, relationship, and life transition concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices out of New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.