Laurel Dietterle

Laurel Dietterle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who helps people facing anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, and relationship struggles. She focuses on practical steps clients can use day to day. Laurel approaches sessions with warmth and a collaborative spirit to make the work feel manageable.

Laurel begins by asking what brought someone to therapy and what a useful outcome would look like. From there she and the client set clear goals and try strategies that fit the person's life. Much of the work centers on building self-compassion, improving communication, and interrupting patterns that keep people stuck.

Her approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. She uses these methods flexibly, choosing what seems helpful rather than following a single model.

Laurel aims to create a space where people feel heard and respected, and where values guide the work. She emphasizes straightforward tools and insight so clients can handle stressors with more clarity and resilience.

Over six years of practice, Laurel has supported people working through depression, relationship problems, family difficulties, and eating and food-related issues among other concerns. She offers therapy in English from her New York practice and works with each person to find the right pace and focus for their goals.

How therapeutic approaches guide online work

Laurel uses several evidence-based methods in her practice and adapts them to each person's needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms. It is practical and goal-oriented, often useful for stress and mood concerns.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy teaches emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. It can help when feelings feel overwhelming or when relationships keep repeating painful patterns. Internal Family Systems looks at different parts of a person - the reactions, the inner critic, and the vulnerable parts - and helps them relate with more compassion and balance.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Laurel begins by asking about goals, history, and what feels most useful, then tries techniques that match the client's priorities. She adjusts the plan as progress unfolds so therapy stays relevant and practical.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session formats before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy life, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when those are helpful. Some formats also work better when low bandwidth or a phone-only conversation is preferred. Ask about session options so you can pick what fits your schedule and needs.