Tiana Burdick, LCSW
Connecticut LCSW for crisis and life changes
- Crisis and life transitions
- Neurodivergent-affirming care
- Video phone chat messaging
About Tiana Burdick
Tiana Burdick, LCSW, is a Connecticut-based clinician who helps people navigate crises, major life changes, and stressful transitions. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - a professional credential that indicates advanced training and clinical expertise - she draws on extensive mobile crisis experience working with both children and adults to understand how families and individuals respond under pressure.
She earned a Master of Social Work after studying at the University of Connecticut and Southern Connecticut State University, and has more than three years of focused experience supporting people on the autism spectrum. That background informs a neurodivergent-affirming approach; she identifies as neurodivergent and designs creative, tailored interventions for other neurodivergent clients.
Her clinical work spans trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, ADHD, eating and intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue among caregivers and first responders. Tiana combines practical strategies with collaborative, client-centered care to help clients find momentum when they feel stuck.
Individuals facing crossroads, acute stress, or ongoing life adjustments can expect an empathic, experienced clinician who partners with them to clarify goals and build coping skills. She welcomes inquiries from people in Connecticut seeking a supportive, skilled guide through change and recovery.
She earned a Master of Social Work after studying at the University of Connecticut and Southern Connecticut State University, and has more than three years of focused experience supporting people on the autism spectrum. That background informs a neurodivergent-affirming approach; she identifies as neurodivergent and designs creative, tailored interventions for other neurodivergent clients.
Her clinical work spans trauma, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, grief, relationship and family challenges, parenting concerns, ADHD, eating and intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue among caregivers and first responders. Tiana combines practical strategies with collaborative, client-centered care to help clients find momentum when they feel stuck.
Individuals facing crossroads, acute stress, or ongoing life adjustments can expect an empathic, experienced clinician who partners with them to clarify goals and build coping skills. She welcomes inquiries from people in Connecticut seeking a supportive, skilled guide through change and recovery.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSexual assault and abuseTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Tiana Burdick have?
Tiana Burdick has 9 years of experience.
Is Tiana Burdick a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is listed as CT LCSW 010293.
In which languages does Tiana Burdick provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Tiana Burdick located?
She is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Tiana Burdick as my therapist?
You can work with Tiana Burdick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Tiana Burdick work with international clients?
Tiana Burdick does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Tiana Burdick 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Tiana Burdick uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive space where the client's perspectives and goals guide the work. This approach emphasizes empathetic listening and collaboration, helping people clarify values and make decisions during periods of change or crisis.
She also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and adjusting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is practical and skill-based, and often helps with anxiety, depression, stress, and coping with life transitions.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy is another tool she may use when emotional regulation, interpersonal problems, or intense mood swings are present. DBT teaches specific skills for managing strong emotions, improving relationships, and reducing impulsive behaviors.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Tiana works collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as progress and priorities evolve.
Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and access from different locations. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, try new strategies between sessions, and fit therapy into busy or shifting routines while working with licensed professionals and therapists committed to client-centered support.