Pertrina Works, LCSW
Licensed LCSW for stress and relationships
- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship support
- Parenting and coaching
About Pertrina Works
Pertrina Works is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 13 years of clinical experience supporting people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship challenges. She earned a Masters in Social Work from Syracuse University and applies a commitment to ongoing learning to keep treatment aligned with current evidence-based models.
Her background includes work with individuals navigating relationship conflict, stress management, and mood concerns, and she frequently supports clients across late adolescence and adulthood, specializing with ages 15 to 30 and 31+. Pertrina favors an eclectic, evidence-informed approach, selecting techniques from proven therapies to build a plan that fits each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.
In practice she creates individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, outlining clear goals and steps toward them. Pertrina strives to be calm and approachable, offering a non-judgmental space where people can express emotions and explore concerns while feeling respected. She frames therapy as a client-focused process and positions herself as a supportive guide and collaborator in pursuing personal growth and improved coping.
Her background includes work with individuals navigating relationship conflict, stress management, and mood concerns, and she frequently supports clients across late adolescence and adulthood, specializing with ages 15 to 30 and 31+. Pertrina favors an eclectic, evidence-informed approach, selecting techniques from proven therapies to build a plan that fits each person’s needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all method.
In practice she creates individualized treatment plans in collaboration with clients, outlining clear goals and steps toward them. Pertrina strives to be calm and approachable, offering a non-judgmental space where people can express emotions and explore concerns while feeling respected. She frames therapy as a client-focused process and positions herself as a supportive guide and collaborator in pursuing personal growth and improved coping.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Pertrina Works have?
Pertrina Works has 13 years of experience.
Is Pertrina Works a licensed therapist?
Yes. Pertrina Works is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and holds license NY LCSW 092184.
In which languages does Pertrina Works provide therapy?
Pertrina Works provides therapy in English.
Where is Pertrina Works located?
Pertrina Works is located in New York.
How can I work with Pertrina Works as my therapist?
Sessions with Pertrina Works are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Pertrina Works work with international clients?
Pertrina Works does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Pertrina Works cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on a client's location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward: click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, the client can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Pertrina Works
Pertrina Works uses several practical, evidence-informed methods to help clients build coping skills and address patterns that cause distress. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on creating an empathic, respectful atmosphere in which the client’s goals guide the process and the therapist offers support and reflection to foster self-understanding and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns through structured techniques and problem-solving strategies, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills to help people manage intense feelings and improve relationships.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Pertrina Works works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then adapts techniques so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a fixed model. This partnership helps refine what works best as treatment progresses.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for scheduling and different communication styles. These formats make it easier to access care from home, balance therapy with other responsibilities, and maintain continuity of support when in-person visits are not feasible.