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Elizabeth Kotkin

CA LMFT 19511, NY LMFT 000974
Credentials
CA LMFT 19511, NY LMFT 000974
NPI Number
1205428901
Location
New York
Languages
English
Elizabeth Kotkin

Accepting new clients

35 years experience
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About Elizabeth Kotkin

As a seasoned therapist with extensive experience in both New York and California , I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on addressing challenges such as depression, trauma, grief, and life transitions. I have deep expertise in helping clients work through social anxiety, isolation, shame, and relationship difficulties.

My approach is compassionate and tailored to each individual’s unique journey. I’m particularly skilled in supporting women through midlife challenges, healing from past traumas, and addressing codependency and addiction recovery. I create a supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth.

With decades of professional experience, I bring a wealth of understanding and insight to our therapeutic work. My goal is to help you understand yourself more deeply, overcome obstacles, and move toward a more fulfilling life. I’m committed to walking alongside you with empathy, respect, and professional guidance.

Licenses

LMFT
000974
LMFT
19511

Professional experience

  • Addictions
  • ADHD
  • Anger management
  • Compassion fatigue
  • Coping with life changes
  • Depression
  • Family conflicts
  • Grief
  • Intimacy-related issues
  • Parenting issues
  • Relationship issues
  • Self esteem
  • Sleeping disorders
  • Stress, Anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

  • Abandonment
  • Aging and geriatric issues
  • Codependency
  • Divorce and separation
  • Drug and alcohol addiction
  • Family of origin issues
  • Guilt and shame
  • Isolation / loneliness
  • Midlife crisis
  • Post-traumatic stress
  • Sexual assault and abuse
  • Social anxiety and phobia
  • Women's issues

Clinical Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

  • English

13 Reviews

“Elizabeth has been a very positive part of my life in the past few months, and I'm grateful for her insights and help. She isn't here to help you justify, but rather dive deep and identify.”

“Elizabeth Klitkin is an outstanding therapist: knowledgeable, professional, considerate, ethical and empathetic. The only thing I noted was that I thought phone was (unless with video) wasn’t an option, but phone call contact was just listed on this survey.”

“Therapy has been a great step for me. With my therapist’s help, I’ve been able to get to root issues and begin a journey of healing.”

“Elizabeth is the kind of therapist I was hoping to find. She has been very good,so far.”

“I would recommend Elizabeth Kotkin to get your life into a harmonious state.”

“She's amazing, and she knows how to challenge me which is exactly what I needed.”

“Elizabeth helped turn my life around over a 2 year period. You’ll be lucky to work with her!”

“After one video session, I knew Elizabeth Kotkin was the right therapist for me. I was lucky Kotkin had the expertise to zero in on my particular emotional set backs, allowing me to work through my issues.”

“She has turned my life around for the best!”

“She has helped me so much I don’t even know where to start! And she is still helping me every week!”

“She has helped me so much since we have started. I am learning more from her every week but I have came along way with her guidance. Very thankful!”

“Elizabeth has been nothing but helpful”

“I have only been working with Elizabeth a few weeks, however I am impressed with how she is respectful and also willing to challenge me to look at something from a different perspective, which is very helpful to working through issues. She demonstrates a depth of experience along with compassion.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.
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