Dr. Ednita Wright, LCSW
Licensed social worker for addiction and grief
- 35 years experience
- LCSW and counselor
- Accepts international clients
About Dr. Ednita Wright
Dr. Ednita Wright is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 35 years supporting people through addiction, grief, transitions, identity concerns, and related challenges. She brings deep experience working with individuals facing substance use issues, feelings of being lost, spiritual questions, and life-stage changes such as the move from adolescence to adulthood. Combining clinical practice with an enduring interest in helping others piece together their lives, she approaches each person as someone working to find the missing pieces of a complex puzzle.
Based in Syracuse, New York, Dr. Wright maintains a long-standing role in higher education as a professor in a community college program focused on alcohol and substance abuse counseling, human services, and teacher education, a position she has held for over twenty-five years. She also serves as a consultant to colleges, community agencies, and affiliation groups on matters of inclusion, advocating for genuine commitment beyond mere tolerance. Her clinical credentials include LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and designation as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, indicating specialized training in addiction treatment.
Dr. Wright’s practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, and compassion fatigue. Her long career combines direct counseling, teaching, and consulting, reflecting sustained dedication to helping people find balance and clearer paths forward.
Based in Syracuse, New York, Dr. Wright maintains a long-standing role in higher education as a professor in a community college program focused on alcohol and substance abuse counseling, human services, and teacher education, a position she has held for over twenty-five years. She also serves as a consultant to colleges, community agencies, and affiliation groups on matters of inclusion, advocating for genuine commitment beyond mere tolerance. Her clinical credentials include LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and designation as a Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counselor, indicating specialized training in addiction treatment.
Dr. Wright’s practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family issues, and compassion fatigue. Her long career combines direct counseling, teaching, and consulting, reflecting sustained dedication to helping people find balance and clearer paths forward.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteem
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Ednita Wright have?
Dr. Ednita Wright has 35 years of experience providing counseling and clinical services.
Is Dr. Ednita Wright a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which denotes Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are NY LCSW 071908.
In which languages does Dr. Ednita Wright provide therapy?
Dr. Wright provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Ednita Wright located?
Dr. Wright is located in New York.
How can I work with Dr. Ednita Wright as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Ednita Wright through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Ednita Wright work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Ednita Wright works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Ednita Wright 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, please 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 your 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Support
Dr. Wright draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, and supports building a values-driven life - it is often useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and reshaping unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, which can be effective for depression, anxiety, and many everyday struggles.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Dr. Wright works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors strategies from these approaches to the individual's situation, engaging clients in shared decision making about how therapy proceeds.
Online therapy with Dr. Wright offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing people to connect from different locations and schedules. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities, and can support ongoing progress even when in-person sessions are not possible.