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Claudia Lefort, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Claudia is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Claudia. View 3 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in New York

Recent reviews

Claudia has helped me tremendously. I have a lot of gratitude and great respect for her advice and help. Continually, she teaches me how important therapy is to achieve my dreams.

Reviewed May 2022

Claudia is great. I think she listens really well to your concerns/ problems and she identifies the cause and then helps you overcome them.

Reviewed March 2022

More about Claudia

  • 3 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

If you are dealing with multiple challenges/obstacles you need to know how to deal with them. Oftentimes we don't feel like we have a handle on our emotions, or how to deal with our personal/work/family relationships. And when such difficulties arise; one cannot function effectively in life. The first step is to acknowledge that you want to feel better hence wanting to change your thinking and behavior.

My goal in working with you is to get you to a better space where you develop a clearer, stronger, positive, and self -reflective view of yourself and the environment around you. With many years of experience and practice, I offer an empathetic, warm, friendly, and honest approach to therapy which will hopefully help you learn more about yourself. As a therapist, my treatment style is solution focused hence I like working with clients in short-term treatment who are coming to therapy for crises intervention and/or a goal specific need.

In the beginning of working with me I will want to know what brought you to treatment in your own words, and what you would like to get out of treatment. In addition depending on the work that I a m doing with you; I may provide you with literature for you to read and/or strategies/techniques to work on during your treatment process. I believe in the client being an active participant in their treatment process. I believe in holding my clients accountable for their actions; which I believe helps build healthy confidence as they navigate how to resolve their problems. In addition I believe understanding where someone came from culturally and environmentally is essential in helping them go forward. I will always acknowledge and validate a client''s culture, background, as well as their true authentic self.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Trauma and abuse Grief Parenting issues Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Caregiver issues and stress Life purpose Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Claudia Lefort's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952554909.

  • LCSW · New York · 091072-01 · Expires September 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Claudia Lefort

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

3 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Comfortable Helped Incredible Listens

Claudia has helped me tremendously. I have a lot of gratitude and great respect for her advice and help. Continually, she teaches me how important therapy is to achieve my dreams.

Reviewed May 2022

Claudia is great. I think she listens really well to your concerns/ problems and she identifies the cause and then helps you overcome them.

Reviewed March 2022

Claudia is incredible. I'm very new to therapy and she's made me feel 100% comfortable expressing my thoughts and feelings.

Reviewed March 2022

How was your experience with Claudia?

Frequently asked questions

Does Claudia Lefort offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Claudia Lefort works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Claudia Lefort speak?

Claudia Lefort speaks English.

How many years of experience does Claudia Lefort have?

Claudia Lefort has 3 years of experience.

Where is Claudia Lefort licensed to practice?

Claudia Lefort is licensed to practice in New York.

Does Claudia Lefort accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Claudia Lefort does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Claudia Lefort offer?

Claudia Lefort offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Claudia Lefort?

Claudia Lefort can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Claudia Lefort?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.