- Evidence-based methods
- Collaborative approach
- Practical skills
About Collette
Collette Dignam is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who uses straightforward, evidence-based methods to help people manage anxiety, depression, and related concerns. She works with adolescents and middle-aged adults and focuses on creating a supportive, positive working relationship where clients feel understood and heard.
She often uses cognitive behavioral techniques alongside relaxation exercises, writing, and journaling. Those tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts, try new responses, and build skills for managing panic, worry, and low mood. Collette encourages practical steps that clients can practice between sessions.
Her experience spans six years and includes helping people cope with grief, stress, self-esteem struggles, and mood issues such as bipolar disorder. She also addresses social anxiety, obsessions and compulsions, personality concerns, communication problems, and women's issues. Panic disorder and panic attacks are among the specific concerns she lists.
Collette favors a collaborative approach. She invites clients who are willing to learn and try different methods to improve how they feel. Sessions aim to be active and goal-focused, with clear strategies and small, achievable homework when helpful.
She is based in New York and conducts therapy in English. The first step is a brief matching process and scheduling, so people can connect when it fits their needs.
How evidence-based techniques are used online
Collette commonly uses cognitive behavioral methods to help people notice and change unhelpful thought patterns. CBT is practical and skill-based, useful for worry, panic, and depressive thinking. She also incorporates relaxation exercises to lower physical tension and short writing or journaling tasks to clarify thinking and track progress.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Collette works with each person to match methods to their needs and goals. Together they try techniques, review what helps, and adjust the plan over time so it fits daily life and preferences.
Confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats were not listed in the biography. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and help sessions fit around school, work, or family routines. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or options that avoid travel. Licensed professionals adapt exercises like relaxation practice and journaling to work well in remote sessions, keeping the focus on usable skills and steady progress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Collette help with?
She supports people dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, grief, and self-esteem concerns. Her listed focus areas also include panic disorder and panic attacks, OCD symptoms, mood disorders, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and collaborative, using cognitive behavioral techniques plus relaxation, writing, and journaling. Sessions aim to identify unhelpful thoughts and build skills people can use between meetings.
What is her background and experience?
She has six years of clinical experience working mainly with adolescents and middle-aged adults on issues such as anxiety and depression. Her work covers a broad range of mood and anxiety concerns.
Where is she based and what is her credential?
She practices in New York and holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people from other countries work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
What is the cost and payment structure for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.