Damara Israel, LCSW, LISW-CP
Midlife and life-transition therapist
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- Career and purpose
- Grief and loss
- Practical coping skills
About Damara
She works with people facing career changes, addictive behaviors, grief, and the emotional strain that can come in midlife. Sessions often address feelings of isolation, shame, impulsivity, and anger. She also supports those sorting through family problems, communication breakdowns, and questions about life purpose.
Therapy here emphasizes building self-understanding and practical skills. Cognitive and mindfulness tools are used to notice patterns and try new responses. Motivational interviewing strategies help people find their reasons to change and stay motivated.
Damara describes her approach as trauma-informed and culturally responsive. That means she pays attention to how past hurts and identity shape present choices. She aims to create a respectful space for honest, straightforward conversations.
Clients can expect a collaborative process that balances emotional work with concrete steps. Damara encourages small experiments between sessions to test new behaviors. The goal is clearer decision-making and steadier daily functioning rather than quick fixes.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
12+ years
Credentials
South Carolina, New York, Texas
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches shape online work
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It helps people change patterns that keep them stuck in low mood, anxiety, or impulsive reactions.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple skills to notice thoughts and sensations without getting swept away by them. It can reduce rumination, ease stress, and improve attention to everyday choices.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to match methods to goals and preferences. Clients and the therapist check in together and adjust strategies as needed.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, shorten commute time, and allow for brief check-ins when schedules demand it. It also lets people try skills in real contexts and bring those experiences back to session for discussion.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Damara commonly address?
She helps people facing addictions, career difficulties, grief, anger, midlife transitions, and related issues like isolation and shame.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward, mixing practical skills work with attention to feelings and life patterns.
What is her professional background?
She has 12 years of clinical experience working with adults on life transitions, workplace concerns, and emotional regulation challenges.
Where is she licensed and based?
She practices in New York and holds the credentials LCSW and LISW-CP with licenses noted as NY LCSW and SC LISW-CP.
In what language are sessions held?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the provided biography; please confirm current session options before booking.
How is payment handled and what does therapy cost?
Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.