Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim, NY Psychologist 014101

New York psychologist for stress and transitions

Adult learning differences
Career and executive skills
Mindfulness and relaxation

About Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim

Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim is a New York State licensed psychologist (NY Psychologist 014101) with three decades of experience working in both public and private settings. She holds a PhD in Psychology from Fordham University, a doctoral degree that reflects advanced training in assessment and therapeutic practice, and completed post-doctoral work in Speech and Language Pathology at Columbia University, providing additional expertise in language-related challenges.

She focuses on supporting adults who face mild reading or language-based difficulties as well as those with more severe learning disorders, often addressing the self-esteem and anxiety that can arise when applying for jobs or maintaining employment. Her work emphasizes practical collaboration, helping people transform ideas into concrete steps and strategies tailored to their goals.

Dr. Kaplan-Naim also guides young adults navigating the stresses of immigration or extended time abroad, and she integrates relaxation and mindfulness techniques to reduce anxiety and encourage task-focused progress. Career coaching, development of time management and executive functioning skills, and building motivation are central to her approach for success in school and the workplace.

She practices from a person-centered stance, offering a warm and compassionate style and partnering with individuals to identify and enact the steps needed to reach their educational, vocational, and personal objectives.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety GriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCompassion fatigue

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesCareer difficultiesDepression Coping with life changesCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsDependent personalityHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim have?

Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim has 30 years of professional experience working in both public and private sectors.

Is Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a New York State licensed psychologist (NY Psychologist 014101).

In which languages does Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim provide therapy?

Dr. Kaplan-Naim provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim located?

Dr. Kaplan-Naim is located in New York.

How can I work with Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Kaplan-Naim through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim work with international clients?

Dr. Kaplan-Naim does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Laura Kaplan-Naim cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic approaches for online care and emotional resilience

Dr. Kaplan-Naim draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes a collaborative and empathetic relationship where the therapist supports the person's own capacity for growth and self-directed change. This approach is helpful for building self-esteem, coping with life transitions, and clarifying personal goals.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a practical method that helps identify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and replace them with strategies that reduce anxiety and improve functioning. CBT is often effective for anxiety, stress, and mood-related concerns.

Mindfulness Therapy is incorporated to teach simple attention and relaxation practices that reduce reactivity and support focus, especially useful for managing anxiety and improving task completion and executive functioning.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Kaplan-Naim works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals and adjusts techniques over time so the therapeutic plan fits the individual. Licensed professionals and therapists can offer different methods, and she aims to tailor care to what will work best for each person.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter contacts by live chat or text-based messaging can help maintain momentum between appointments. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to access support from wherever a person is located within the therapist's service area.

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