- Solution-focused work
- Cognitive-behavioral tools
- Motivational interviewing
About Victor
Victor Rose is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 10 years of experience. He works with adults on problems like stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, sleep difficulties, and the stresses of parenting and life changes.
He approaches clinical work from a strengths-based, solution-focused perspective. Victor looks for practical steps people can try between sessions. He also uses cognitive-behavioral ideas to spot unhelpful thoughts and teach coping skills for distress. Sessions tend to prioritize the client's immediate concerns and aim to build skills that reduce overwhelm.
Victor has worked in a range of settings with diverse people, including those affected by substance use, survivors of domestic violence, people involved with child welfare and criminal justice systems, LGBT clients, and people facing unstable housing. That experience informs how he talks about anger, relapse prevention, trauma, and family problems in clear, concrete terms.
In a typical session he focuses on identifying strengths, creating small attainable goals, and practicing behavioral and thinking strategies that can be used in daily life. He uses motivational interviewing techniques when people want to change habits related to substance use or other risky behaviors. Narrative therapy is also part of his toolbox when looking at how past experiences shape current reactions.
Victor frames therapy as practical work. He helps clients build skills for handling anger, improving communication, and managing mood. He asks clients to decide the priorities and then works with them to develop doable next steps.
How his approaches translate to online work
Victor commonly draws on Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) in his practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to what matters most to the client so sessions follow the person’s priorities. CBT teaches concrete techniques to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that feed anger and anxiety. DBT offers skills for managing strong emotions, tolerating distress, and improving interpersonal effectiveness when relationships trigger frustration.Finding the right mix of approaches is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to identify goals, test different skills, and adjust methods based on what proves useful. The aim is to pick practical techniques that fit the client’s daily life and needs rather than prescribing a single method up front.
Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday or a busy home schedule. They also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and for choosing a session style that minimizes bandwidth or camera use if that helps the client engage. Licensed professionals can adapt these approaches to remote sessions so skills practice and goal-setting remain central to the work.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, addictions, sleep issues, parenting concerns, trauma and life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a strengths-based, solution-focused approach and emphasizes practical steps and skills to manage emotions and behavior.
How much experience does he have?
He has ten years of clinical experience working in diverse settings with people facing substance use, domestic violence, child welfare involvement, and housing instability.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.