Anna Cognetto, LCSW-R
- Addictions expertise
- LGBTQ+ and relationship support
- 44 years experience
About Anna Cognetto
Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, gender dysphoria, mood disorders, and women's mental health. Anna blends empathic listening with practical strategies to help clients build resilience, manage symptoms, and pursue meaningful change. She adapts her approach to each person, drawing on evidence-informed methods to suit the specific needs of the individual.
Anna emphasizes a collaborative therapeutic relationship in which therapist and client work together to understand life patterns, identify strengths, and create realistic pathways toward improved well-being. Her work centers on honoring each person s experience while offering professional guidance grounded in decades of clinical practice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Anna Cognetto have?
Anna Cognetto has 44 years of clinical experience.
Is Anna Cognetto a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW-R, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Registered. License details are NY LCSW-R 025979.
In which languages does Anna Cognetto provide therapy?
Anna Cognetto provides therapy in English.
Where is Anna Cognetto located?
Anna Cognetto is located in New York.
How can I work with Anna Cognetto as my therapist?
Clients can work with Anna Cognetto through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Anna Cognetto work with international clients?
Anna Cognetto does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Anna Cognetto cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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 is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match clients with a therapist. Depending on availability, clients can then schedule a first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is commonly used for mood disorders, depression, and anxiety and offers practical tools to manage symptoms and improve daily functioning.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings. It can reduce rumination and support emotional regulation, which is helpful for stress, mood challenges, and recovery from addiction.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on understanding and healing the effects of traumatic experiences. It provides structured ways to process traumatic memories and reduce their influence on current life, which can benefit people with post-traumatic stress and related symptoms.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Anna Cognetto works collaboratively with each individual to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and shorter check-ins are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care around work, family, and other commitments while working with licensed professionals and therapists to advance personal goals.