Vincent Primiano, LCSW
Helping people navigate midlife and life changes
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- Practical coping tools
- Direct and collaborative
- Experience with addiction
About Vincent
He draws on ten years of post-graduate experience in both mental health and addiction settings. That includes work in outpatient clinics, inpatient addiction programs, inpatient psychiatric centers, the prison system, and on an Assertive Community Treatment team. These varied roles shape a practical approach to counseling and a familiarity with complex circumstances.
In sessions he blends acceptance and commitment ideas, cognitive behavioral strategies, and client-centered listening. Mindfulness and skills from dialectical behavior therapy also inform his work when they fit a person's goals. He aims for down-to-earth tools clients can use between meetings.
Vincent holds an LCSW, which is noted as a licensed clinical social worker. He practices in New York and conducts sessions in English. He encourages people to talk about what they hope to change, and then maps realistic steps toward those goals.
People who choose him can expect direct conversation, practical techniques, and collaboration on next steps. He invites prospective clients to consider whether his background and approach align with what they need right now.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
10+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
How therapeutic approaches inform online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters most to a person and taking small, value-guided steps toward those goals. It can help when people feel stuck during midlife shifts or major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behavior and teaches practical skills to change patterns that increase anxiety or depression. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and simple practices to reduce reactivity and improve emotional balance.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they will choose methods and pace that fit the individual's needs so sessions feel purposeful and relevant.
The practical benefits of online therapy include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy week. Online work can reduce travel time and make it simpler to keep a regular check-in. Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current session options before booking to know what is offered and how to schedule.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, relationship and family problems, sleep difficulties, parenting strain, ADHD, and coping with life changes among other issues.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His style is conversational and practical, mixing client-centered listening with skills-based techniques from CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness.
What experience does he bring to sessions?
He has ten years of post-graduate experience in mental health and addiction settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient programs, the prison system, and an ACT team.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and practices in that state.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.