Elizabeth Kotkin
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT)
New York therapists accepting new clients
Matthew DoughertyLMHC · 8 years experienceRelationship issues · ADHD · Coping with life changesWork with Matthew
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About Elizabeth
If you are anxious and feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help you find relief. If it is hard to say no and you are exhausted from taking care of everyone but yourself, I will work collaboratively to create a safe therapeutic environment that focuses on you. Therapy can reduce feelings of depression, shame and low self-worth. My approach addresses challenges with grief and loss, relationships, substance use and codependency. With my more than 35 years of experience, I am confident that we will find a way to help you to achieve a better sense of fulfillment and serenity.
I tailor my work to your unique journey. I create a supportive environment where you can explore your experiences, build resilience, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. My therapeutic approaches are evidenced-based, including CBT, motivational interviewing, inner child work, trauma-informed and strength-based interventions.
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.
What Elizabeth helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Eating disorders
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Sleeping disorders
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Mood disorders
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
How Elizabeth works
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Internal Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Finding the right therapist can change your life, and that's exactly what happened for me. From the very beginning, elizabeth created a space where I felt safe heard and genuinely understood without judgment. She has helped me work through things.I carried for years and has given me tools, perspective and confidence that i've truly changed the way I see myself and my life. Her compassion, insight, patience and ability to gently challenge me when I needed it.Most made an incredible difference in my healing and growth. I am a stronger, healthier and happier person.Because of the work we've done together and I cannot recommend her enough.”
- “I learned so much from Elizabeth about regulating my well-being. I would highly recommend her to anyone.”
- “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.”
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- “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.