Cynthia Prince
Compassionate LCSW with practical tools
LCSW New York
- Experience
- 38 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
- Approaches
- Gottman Method, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Languages
- English
About Cynthia
Cynthia Prince is a licensed clinical social worker with 38 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship concerns. She practices in New York and works with a wide range of life challenges, including parenting struggles, addictions, ADHD, intimacy and self-esteem issues.
Background and approach
Cynthia writes in a straightforward way and brings warmth and a sense of humor into sessions. She blends practical skills with a respectful, person-centered stance.
Cynthia often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. She also draws on attachment ideas to understand how early relationships shape current patterns and on the Gottman Method for relationship-related work.
Cynthia has long experience across many settings, including inpatient, residential, and outpatient care. That background informs a grounded, realistic approach to problems such as bipolar disorder, PTSD, chronic pain, and caregiver stress.
She says she does not focus on labels and prefers to meet individuals where they are. Sessions tend to be conversational and goal-oriented.
Cynthia tailors strategies to each person and likes to use humor when appropriate to ease tension. She sometimes mentions an emotional support pet as part of the session vibe.
Finding the right fit is important to her. Cynthia encourages people to take the first step by completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time to talk.
Approaches for online healing and connection
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts without letting them control behavior, then choose actions that match personal values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and focuses on building more supported ways of relating and feeling safer in connections. The Gottman Method emphasizes practical skills for relationship communication and managing conflict, suitable for people working on intimacy and trust issues.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Cynthia will listen to your goals and offer a plan that mixes methods to fit your needs. This is a collaborative process where the therapist and client try strategies and adjust them based on what helps most.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let you use visual cues and longer conversations. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or you want a simpler check-in. Live chat and text messaging are handy for brief updates, coaching-style guidance, or when a written conversation fits your schedule. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving routines.
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Experience
38+ years
Licensed in
New York
Languages
English