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Manolita Fenn, LCSW

Practical, respectful support for anxiety and stress

30 years in practice · based in New York · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Manolita

Manolita Fenn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience in New York. She focuses on anxiety and related concerns and offers straightforward, practical care. Her style is direct and respectful, and she starts work from where each person is in their life.

Over three decades she has worked with people facing many challenges, including stress, depression, relationship strain, addiction, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger, bipolar mood issues, and coping with life changes.

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Background and approach

She also brings experience in hospice and end-of-life counseling. Her main approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which links thoughts, feelings, and actions. She helps people notice patterns, try different responses, and practice new skills between sessions.

Homework is offered as a tool to track progress and build momentum. Sessions are grounded in clear goals and step-by-step change rather than only talk. She emphasizes dignity and respect, and she works from each person’s starting point rather than a one-size-fits-all plan.

People who want practical, structured support may find this approach helpful. She aims to help clients put new habits into place so daily life feels more manageable.

How CBT and online sessions work together

CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors to change how they feel. It uses concrete exercises and goal-setting to address anxiety, depression, stress, and mood symptoms.

The therapist emphasizes practical steps and at-home practice. That means clients may try short exercises during the week, track reactions, and bring observations back to session. This approach is useful for people who want clear tools they can use between meetings.

Finding the right approach is a shared process. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and daily demands together and adjust strategies over time. Clients and the therapist decide collaboratively which techniques and pace suit each situation.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video lets you work face-to-face remotely. Phone sessions can fit into a short break and require less bandwidth. Live chat or text messaging may suit quick check-ins and ongoing coaching. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, family, or medical appointments.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, self-esteem, addictions, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, anger, bipolar mood issues, and coping with life changes. Hospice and end-of-life counseling are also listed as a focus area.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
The approach is practical and goal-oriented, rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Clients can expect clear steps, skill practice, and suggested homework to reinforce changes between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She has practiced as a licensed clinical social worker for approximately 30 years, working across a range of clinical issues and service settings in New York.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) in New York and works from that state as her professional base.
Which languages are supported and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering multiple ways to connect.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

What this therapist works with

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Experience
30 years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English

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