Caitlin B. Cote, LCSW


New York, NY

“…life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” - Carl Rogers

About:

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who provides psychotherapy to individuals 18 and older.  I graduated from Fordham University’s Graduate School of Social Service in 2013.  I have worked extensively with the military veteran population, survivors of intimate partner violence and child survivors of abuse and neglect. I have acted as both a supervisor and therapist in community mental health settings, and as Assoc. Clinical Director and supervisor for a telehealth startup.

I have received training in a variety of modalities including, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing  (EMDR), Attachment Focused EMDR, Brainspotting and Emotionally-Focused Couples Therapy.

Approach:

I provide a safe environment based on mutual respect and collaboration, with emphasis on the client as a valued contributor and decision-maker. I offer candid feedback as we, together, track your progress in areas that continue to present difficulties.  I value insight, reflection and attunement as a means for transforming the impact of past/current stressors.  I pay special attention to systems and the complex dynamics of power and privilege, race/ethnicity, gender [identity], sexual orientation, socioeconomic status and spirituality.  My integrative approach incorporates aspects of interpersonal neurobiology, relational and psychodynamic modalities to assist clients in gaining deeper insight into themselves, their patterns of behavior, and perspective on their lives.  When appropriate, I integrate Attachment-Focused Eye Movement & Desensitization Reprocessing AF-EMDR into my work. To learn about the differences between EMDR and AFEMDR, click here

I have experience working with:

  • Anxiety/Depression

  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/Trauma/Abuse/Neglect

  • Relationship Issues

  • Life Transitions

  • Loss and Grief

  • Work/Life Balance

  • Family of origin conflict

  • Attachment disruptions

  • Self-esteem

  • Stress management

Trainings & Certifications:

  • Attachment Focused EMDR with the Parnell Institute (2022)

  • Brainspotting Levels I & II (2018)

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing EMDR EMDRIA Levels I & II (2017)

  • Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy EFT Level 1 (2016)

  • I am licensed to practice in both New York (#087089) and Florida (#SW19921)