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Angela Flynn

LMHC

Compassionate, practical support for eating and related struggles

  • Focus on coping skills
  • Respectful listening
  • Goal-oriented work

About Angela

Angela Flynn is a licensed mental health counselor with three years of clinical experience based in New York. She helps people who are struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and problems with self-esteem. She keeps conversations direct and respectful and aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable for people who are worried or unsure.

In sessions she focuses on what matters most to the person sitting across from her. She listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and then works with them to try different ways of responding. That work can include talking through emotional reactions, building steady day-to-day habits, and setting small goals that add up over time.

Angela pays attention to concerns around body image, guilt and shame, impulsivity, loneliness, and finding life purpose. She also supports people coping with panic attacks, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and related struggles. Her approach is practical and tailored rather than one-size-fits-all.

Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every conversation. She and each client shape the plan together, adjusting methods as needs change. The aim is clearer thinking, steadier emotions, and better coping skills for everyday life.

If you decide to start, expect a warm but straightforward first meeting where you’ll describe what’s most pressing and set small next steps. Angela encourages people to recognize the courage it takes to begin this process and to move at a pace that feels right for them.

How therapeutic approaches show up online

Angela uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional understanding. One helpful approach is skill-based work that teaches concrete coping strategies for anxiety or panic attacks, such as breathing practice, grounding, and stepwise exposure to feared situations. These techniques help reduce immediate distress and build confidence over time.

Another common element is narrative and exploration work that helps people make sense of traumatic experiences and feelings like guilt or shame. This kind of work looks at the stories someone tells about themselves and tries out alternative perspectives that reduce self-blame and increase self-compassion.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as progress is made. That collaborative stance helps people feel involved and keeps work focused on what matters most to them.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce the time spent traveling, and offer faster access to a licensed professional when scheduling is tight. It can also allow shorter check-ins when needed or sessions that don’t require being on camera if that helps someone engage more comfortably.

License and NPI

LMHC New York · No. 014919
NPI1790522951

As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Additional focus areas include body image, panic attacks, and loneliness.

How would you describe her style in sessions?

Sessions are practical and person-centered. Conversations are respectful and tailored to each person’s needs, with attention to small steps and clear goals.

What background or experience does she bring?

She has three years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in her profile. That experience shapes how she identifies patterns and suggests coping strategies.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, and practices in New York.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?

Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time, and cost varies with location and availability.

How do I begin the process?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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