Carolyn Sultana, LCSW

Carolyn Sultana is licensed to practice in both New York and Connecticut and brings 30 years of professional experience to her clinical work. She holds LCSW-R credentials, a registered designation for a licensed clinical social worker, and CASAC certification, which identifies training in alcohol and substance abuse counseling.

She has extensive experience supporting people facing stress and anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, low motivation, self-esteem concerns, and struggles with confidence. Her approach emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, with conversations and treatment plans tailored to each person’s distinct needs and circumstances.

Carolyn works collaboratively with clients to shape the focus and pace of therapy, adjusting methods to fit individual goals and preferences. She acknowledges that beginning therapy can require courage and affirms the significance of taking that first step, offering supportive guidance as clients move forward.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Carolyn Sultana integrates Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) into her work, adapting these approaches to fit each person’s situation. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, non-judgmental relationship in which the client’s own goals and values guide the process - it is helpful for building self-esteem and exploring life purpose. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, mood concerns, and panic symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy helps people understand and reorganize emotional responses in relationships, which can be particularly effective for attachment, communication, and relationship distress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Carolyn works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time to reflect progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexible ways to engage in care around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make therapy more accessible for people balancing busy schedules or those who prefer remote sessions, while allowing licensed professionals to offer consistent, goal-focused support.