What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.86
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.50
About Lorraine Jefferson
Focus areas
Anger Management
Anxiety
Psychological Trauma
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Lorraine Jefferson
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My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. You can expect to experience me as someone who is totally focused on your needs within a compassionate, genuine, mature, and non-judgmental atmosphere. I will consistently engage and encourage you to do your best as we work together to develop your treatment priorities and identify the important issues that have brought you to therapy at this time. I hold a Master's in Social Work from New York University, a Bachelor's degree from City University of New York, Lehman College, and an Associate's degree from City University of New York, Bronx Community College.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Hi there!! My name is Lorraine Jefferson and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about fully supporting each client as we work together through your life’s challenges onto your path to healing, renewal and improvement in your quality of life My approach is client-centered/solution-focused. You can expect to experience me as someone who is totally focused on your needs within a compassionate, genuine, mature, non-judgmental atmosphere. I will consistently engage and encourage you to do your best as we work together to develop your treatment priorities and identify the important issues that have brought to therapy at this time. I typically work with adults 18+ who experience a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, confusion, life stressors, childhood trauma, abuse, self esteem issues, relationship issues. It's my goal to always enter into the session with a smile and warm greeting- to set a positive and welcoming tone no matter what you are going through. I want you to know that I am here to support you. My interest in behavioral health care began over 30 years ago when I found myself suffering in silence with my own mental and behavioral health issues. Although counseling was unacceptable in my family and culture, I took the brave step to “try it out anyway”. My hope and expectation to discover the path toward healing was abruptly and painfully short-lived due to experiencing cultural insensitivity and judgement. I know what I experienced was not the ideal therapeutic relationship, so I decided to become a social worker so those I meet won’t experience what I did back then. I will consistently engage and encourage you as we work together to develop your treatment priorities and identify the important issues that brought you to therapy at this time. I will ask the important questions to get to know you better. In your first session, I will gather a bit of information to help me under
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Hi there!! My name is Lorraine Jefferson, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about fully supporting you through life’s challenges to help guide you toward your path to healing and renewal. My approach is client-centered and solution-focused. You can expect to experience me as someone who is totally focused on your needs within a compassionate, genuine, mature, non-judgmental atmosphere. I will consistently engage and encourage you to do your best as we work together to develop your treatment priorities and identify the important issues that have brought you to therapy. I typically work with adults 18+ who experience a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, confusion, life stressors, childhood trauma, abuse, self esteem issues, relationship issues. It's my goal to always enter into the session with a smile and warm greeting- to set a positive and welcoming tone no matter what you are going through. I want you to know that I am here to support you. My interest in behavioral health care began when I found myself suffering in silence with my own mental and behavioral health issues. Although counseling was unacceptable in my family and culture, I took the brave step to “try it out anyway”. My hope and expectation to discover my own path toward healing was abruptly and painfully short-lived due to experiencing cultural insensitivity and judgement, so I decided to become a therapist to provide for you what was missing for me at my most vulnerable moment and time of need. I will consistently engage you and encourage you as we work together to develop your treatment priorities, and identify the important issues that brought you to therapy at this time. I will ask the important questions to get to know you better. Let's get started on your new adventure. I look forward to seeing you soon!
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More information on payments and coverage
I see patients through UpLift. When you create your profile, you will input your insurance information and the team will reach out with your copay amount. If you do not have insurance, I also take cash pay clients. The UpLift team will work directly with you to inform you of payments due. The prices for visits are dependent on your co-pay amount through your insurance. If you are a cash-pay client, our price ranges from $75 to $145 per visit
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- New York University, Master's in Social Work
- City University of New York, Lehman College (Bachelor's)
- City University of New York, Bronx Community College (Associate's)
NPI number
1215274063
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.86
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.50
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What practice does Lorraine Jefferson work with?
Lorraine Jefferson works with UpLift.
What are common reasons for patients to see Lorraine Jefferson?
Lorraine Jefferson frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Lorraine Jefferson on their profile.
What languages does Lorraine Jefferson speak?
Lorraine Jefferson speaks English.
How do patients rate Lorraine Jefferson in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Lorraine Jefferson. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.86/5. They have a 4.5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.