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Reva Sears

Therapist · New York

Reva Sears

LMHC

LMHC - Stress and Life Purpose

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Experience
12 years
Based in
New York
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Career doubts
  • Life changes

About Reva

Reva Sears is a New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with 12 years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career doubts, depression, and the strain of life changes. Her practice also addresses concerns such as isolation, guilt and shame, relationship communication problems, and questions about life purpose.

She focuses on practical conversation and problem-solving. Sessions look at what feels most pressing and what small steps could change daily life. Reva listens for patterns that keep people stuck and helps name them so clients can decide what to try next.

Her work often includes addressing caregiver stress, aging and geriatric issues, and challenges related to personality and attachment. She also supports people dealing with past hurt, forgiveness, and self-harm thoughts by creating a plan to manage risk and reduce overwhelm.

Reva adapts the pace to fit each person. Some weeks focus on immediate coping tools. Other weeks dig into longer-term goals like career direction or finding a clearer sense of purpose. She encourages realistic actions and regular check-ins on what is working.

People who come to her typically want straightforward help with decisions, clearer priorities, and better daily coping. To begin, readers should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site's steps to schedule a first appointment.

License and NPI on record

LMHC
New York · 002924

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Experience

12+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions

Many practitioners who list evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on approaches that help people change unhelpful thinking and build practical coping skills. Cognitive-style work looks at thought patterns and tests new ways of thinking to reduce anxiety and self-criticism. Behavioral techniques focus on measurable steps people can take to shift mood and motivation, such as activity planning or gradual exposure to feared situations.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to try approaches that fit their goals and preferences, checking in and adjusting the plan as needed. That way sessions stay focused on what matters most to the person.



Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm the current options before booking. Many people find remote sessions help fit therapy into a busy week, let them schedule shorter check-ins when needed, or avoid commuting on workdays. Talk with the therapist about what will work best for scheduling, length of sessions, and whether camera-free check-ins or longer conversations are preferable.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

Reva works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, career issues, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses related areas such as isolation, guilt, and life purpose.

How does she approach someone who feels stuck?

She uses practical conversation to identify patterns that keep people stuck and helps choose small steps to test change. Sessions mix immediate coping strategies with planning for longer-term goals.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has 12 years of professional work experience supporting people through stress, career difficulties, and life transitions.

Where is her license based and where does she practice?

She is a New York LMHC and practices in New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She is not accepting international clients at this time.

How are session fees handled?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What steps do I take to get started?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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