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Lorraine Gotham

New York
Therapist
Manage Medications:
Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
Anxiety
Trauma & PTSD
Late / recently diagnosed
Women's issues
Mind-Body Connection, Interpersonal relationships
STYLE
Warm
Straight-forward
Flexible
Meditative

About

Hello! My name is Lorraine (she/her) –  I am a queer, second-generation Filipino autistic therapist licensed in New York. I have a background in community mental health work and trauma-focused therapy. I strive to support in a manner that is trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, inclusive and respectful of the diverse collective.

Education & Licensure
Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University - Brooklyn ; Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Commonwealth University
Treatment Approach
What motivated you to specialize in working with autistic adults?

I understand how draining it can be to deal with sensory, processing and social differences navigating daily life in a society built around “neurotypical” standards. I also understand how burnout can occur after periods of pushing past limits under-resourced and lacking sufficient support.I’m eager to offer my support to the neurodivergent community through developing therapeutic relationships informed by personal experience and clinical training, in solidarity and with respect for neurodiversity.

How do you bring a strengths-based, affirming approach to your client work?

I approach treatment collaboratively, providing space for clients to discover and build on strengths, to emphasize personal agency and autonomy. I actively maintain an encouraging and affirming therapeutic environment by highlighting strengths and positives.

Practice at a Glance
SPECIALTIES
Autism +
Anxiety
Trauma & PTSD
Late / recently diagnosed
Women's issues
Mind-Body Connection, Interpersonal relationships
STYLE
Warm
Straight-forward
Flexible
Meditative
Lorraine Gotham
New York
Therapist