Todd Bater, LCSW-R

Todd Bater is a licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of experience helping people manage depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. He practices in New York and focuses on clear, practical steps that people can use right away. Todd creates a calm, non-religious space and aims to be affirming for LGBTQ+ clients.

Todd helps people who feel isolated or stuck, including those facing communication problems and life transitions such as divorce or midlife changes. He also supports people dealing with grief, anger, mood concerns, and issues connected to first responder and veteran experiences. Sessions emphasize understanding what is happening now and what small changes can help.

His style is steady and collaborative. Todd listens first, then offers straightforward tools for improving communication, managing strong emotions, and setting healthier routines. He encourages building skills that fit each person's daily life rather than relying on jargon or complex models.

People who work with him often focus on practical goals like reducing anxiety, repairing trust after infidelity, or finding clearer direction in a midlife transition. He also has experience supporting people with autism spectrum and intellectual disability concerns, tailoring pace and methods to each person.

In sessions Todd helps clients strengthen self-understanding and resilience. He aims to help people communicate better, make decisions with more confidence, and move toward goals that feel meaningful.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online work

Many clients benefit from approaches that focus on present concerns and teach concrete skills. One common evidence-based focus is skills for emotion regulation and communication - practical methods for naming feelings, slowing reactions, and improving how people talk with others. These approaches help with anxiety, anger, and relationship strain.

Another frequently used direction emphasizes problem-solving and behavioral changes. That includes breaking larger problems into manageable steps, testing small changes, and tracking what helps. This style is useful for work stress, midlife decisions, and getting unstuck when routines feel overwhelming.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to match methods to their goals, preferences, and daily life. Together they review what’s working and adjust the plan as needed rather than sticking to one fixed technique.

If you prefer online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking since current formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people choose quieter times that suit their routine or pick audio-only if video feels like too much. Licensed professionals will discuss practical options so sessions fit into everyday life.