Works with
- Anger
- Stress, Anxiety
- Family conflicts
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Keith works
- Not listed
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW-R
- Licensed in
- New York
- Years in practice
- 30
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Keith
Keith Dean is a licensed clinical social worker in New York who brings three decades of practice to each conversation. He focuses on helping people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, relationship struggles, and anger. He works with adults seeking practical ways to handle life changes and addictive patterns.
Keith stresses respect for a person's experience and strengths, and he encourages small steps toward clearer goals. Keith views clients as the experts in their own lives.
Background and approach
In sessions he listens closely, asks clear questions, and helps people notice patterns that get in the way. He offers straightforward strategies to manage strong emotions and to rebuild confidence after setbacks. Over 30 years Keith has worked in settings that taught him how to adapt methods to real life.
He draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage mood, reframe negative self-talk, and set achievable goals. He keeps language plain and focuses on what can be tried between sessions. When someone is dealing with grief, career stress, parenting strain, or the aftermath of relationship conflict, he helps them sort priorities and make a plan.
He aims for practical tools that fit a person’s daily routine. Keith says starting therapy takes courage and he acknowledges that first step. People who meet with him can expect calm, direct guidance and an emphasis on skills they can use right away.
He helps clients notice progress, adjust plans, and build on strengths as they move forward.
What Keith works with
Everything Keith lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Keith's practice.
Approaches that guide online work
Keith uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical change. One approach emphasizes learning skills to manage strong emotions and reduce reactivity, useful for anger, anxiety, and stress. Another approach focuses on identifying and changing negative self-talk and unhelpful thinking patterns to improve mood and confidence, which can help with depression and low self-esteem.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will listen to each person’s goals and priorities, then together they will try methods that match needs and preferences. If something doesn’t fit, adjustments are made so the work stays useful and focused on real life outcomes.
Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and rhythms. Video allows face-to-face conversation, phone works well when bandwidth is limited, live chat can suit brief check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care while balancing work, family, and other commitments.
Questions people ask about Keith
What concerns does Keith commonly help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, anger, addictions, grief, career challenges, bipolar concerns, ADHD, parenting strain, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses plain language and practical strategies. Sessions focus on identifying unhelpful patterns, building skills, and setting small, achievable goals.
How much experience does he have?
He has around 30 years of professional work experience in clinical practice and related settings.
What credentials and location apply to this therapist?
He holds the LCSW-R credential and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What formats are available for sessions?
Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.