- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
About Saudia
Saudia Garnette is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York with five years of experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, and hospice and end-of-life counseling.
She draws on practical, evidence-informed methods to help clients notice patterns and try new ways of responding. Saudia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and build new habits. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people moving through change.
Sessions focus on clear goals and doable steps. Conversations cover what happens in daily life, what keeps problems going, and what small changes could make a difference. Saudia keeps language straightforward and emphasizes actions clients can try between sessions.
Her approach includes talking through difficult emotions like anger and grief, and practicing skills to reduce reactivity. For relationship concerns she uses elements of the Gottman Method to improve communication and problem-solving between partners.
People who choose Saudia can expect a practical partnership that blends skill-building and reflection. She asks about what matters most, helps set realistic short-term goals, and reviews progress regularly. Sessions aim to leave clients with clear options they can use right away.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Saudia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thought patterns that lead to anger or low mood and to practice different responses. CBT sessions are practical and often include exercises or experiments to try between meetings.She also uses Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and increase awareness of emotions. Motivational Interviewing appears in conversations that focus on readiness for change and on strengthening personal reasons to try new behaviors.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. Saudia will talk with clients about goals and preferences and adjust methods as they learn what helps most. That collaborative process helps decide whether to emphasize skills practice, mindful awareness, or motivational strategies.
Confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified in this biography. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins during a break, or remove travel time so clients can focus more on the conversation. Licensed professionals can use these options to keep therapy consistent with everyday schedules.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship issues, anger, self-esteem, and hospice or end-of-life counseling.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-informed methods focused on goals and steps clients can take between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of clinical experience as a licensed psychotherapist in New York.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.