Kamala Young-Claudio , LCSW-R

Kamala Young-Claudio is a licensed psychotherapist based in New York with 20 years of professional experience. As an LCSW-R - a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered in New York - she has worked with people navigating caretaking responsibilities, relationship challenges, family conflicts, grief and loss, motivation and self-esteem concerns, pet loss, workplace stress, life transitions, and issues specific to women. She approaches each person with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, aiming to create a collaborative environment where individual needs guide the work.

She tailors conversations and treatment plans to reflect each clientâs unique circumstances and goals, adjusting pace and methods to fit what matters most to the individual. Kamala acknowledges that taking the first step toward therapy can require courage, and she offers support for that initial move into change and growth. Her practice emphasizes practical skills and personal insight to help clients move toward greater fulfillment in both personal and professional areas of life.

Approaches that guide online care

Kamala commonly uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where the clientâs priorities and experiences guide the direction of the work. This approach focuses on empathy and collaboration and is helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem issues, and navigating life transitions.

She also draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which helps clients identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and develop practical skills for coping with stress, grief, and workplace pressures. CBT is action-oriented and often includes tools for managing day-to-day challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kamala works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or mobility limits. Working remotely allows licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support in ways that can fit into clientsâ daily lives, making it easier to maintain momentum between sessions and access help when it is needed.