- Years in practice
- 11
- Credentials
- LMHC
- Licensed in
- New York
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Taryn
Taryn Santos is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York with 11 years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, depression, and low self-esteem. Parents and caregivers often seek her out for parenting concerns and support during life transitions.
Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens first, then works with each person to set practical goals. Sessions emphasize clear steps people can use between meetings to feel more grounded and in control.
Background and approach
Taryn draws on several evidence-informed approaches, including cognitive behavioral techniques and acceptance-based strategies. She also uses attachment-focused work to help people understand relationship patterns and improve connection. These methods are adapted to each person’s situation and goals.
She pays attention to family history, adoption or foster care challenges, blended family dynamics, and the strains that come with caregiving and aging. Taryn also supports people coping with anger, substance concerns, domestic violence histories, and complicated grief. Taryn notes that faith is one part of some clients’ lives and may be referenced when it fits the person’s values.
Her sessions aim to strengthen coping skills, clarify values, and build resilience so people can handle current stresses and plan for the future.
What Taryn works with
Everything Taryn lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Taryn helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Compassion fatigue
- Adoption and foster care
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Attachment issues
- Blended family issues
- Co-morbidity
- Codependency
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Hospice and end-of-life counseling
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Postpartum depression
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Young adult issues
Approaches Taryn lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Jungian Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online options
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on helping people identify their values and take actions that fit those values even when feelings are hard. It is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions where knowing what matters helps guide choices.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. It teaches practical skills to change unhelpful thinking and behavior, which can ease symptoms of depression, anxiety, and parenting stress.
Attachment-Based Therapy helps people notice patterns in close relationships and build healthier ways of connecting. This approach can be especially helpful for those dealing with adoption or foster care histories, blended family challenges, or recurring relationship conflicts.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to choose or blend methods based on the client's goals and preferences. Conversations in early sessions focus on what feels most useful and realistic for daily life.
Online therapy offers flexibility and fits into busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation when seeing expressions matters. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text-based messaging are good for brief updates, ongoing coaching, or when someone prefers written reflection. These options make it simpler to keep therapy consistent during work changes, caregiving duties, or relocation.
Questions people ask about Taryn
What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, low self-esteem, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, career strain, and compassion fatigue among other issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and straightforward. She listens carefully, sets clear goals, and teaches practical skills clients can use between sessions.
What is her professional background?
She has 11 years of clinical experience supporting people through life transitions and emotional challenges.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She is a New York licensed mental health counselor - LMHC - and practices out of New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in and can international clients join?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How does billing work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this clinician?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.
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