What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.96
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.88
“LuAnn has been very helpful, prompting me with good questions, helping me understand root causes of behaviors, and giving advice when I ask for it. She's very personable, funny, and easy to open up to. She's supportive and nonjudgmental but not in a toxic way where she makes me think everything I do is flawless, because that's definitely not true. I trust that I'm in good hands given she has a wealth of experience.”
More than 1 year ago
“LuAnn is an excellent therapist. I have been seeing her for the past year and she has been a tremendous help with guiding me on how to best deal with my personal and professional life. I highly recommend her”
More than 1 year ago
About LuAnn Skolnik
Focus areas
Anger Management
Mood Disorders
Stress Management
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Mood Swings
Worry
Mental Health Problem
Stress
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Eclectic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
EMDR
Compassion Focused
Emotionally Focused
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know LuAnn Skolnik
Hi there, I'm LuAnn!
I have been in practice for over 20 years. My goal is to help people explore their past as a way of providing information that will help us create new possibilities in their lives going forward. The past does not have to define you, your actions, dreams, and hopes will move you forward on your journey.
I am eclectic utilizing many modalities. I utilize CBT, IFS, Therapeutic Tapping for anxiety, EMDR, and supportive and empowering treatment modalities. One of my goals is not to create blame but to open up to self-compassion as a way to move forward.
My ideal client is ready to do the work. Therapy takes a commitment to be vulnerable, open, and curious about oneself. I want the client to be interested in their journey, curious about their capabilities, and help them to understand that things are often not personal. It is important to own your behaviors and not take on the behaviors of others as your own. Once you understand that others' behaviors belong to them and your behaviors belong to you, you are free to live your life with self-acceptance and compassion.
I have a supportive, curious, soft, and funny style. Humor is healing, and being able to laugh is often helpful. I listen not only to what you say but how you express it.
I am the youngest of 5, and my role in the family was the mediator. I learned early on to be successful, you have to create a win-win situation. I have always been interested in people, their situations, and their resilience. I have watched people lose everything and rebuild stronger. I believe in the inner spirit, in hopes and dreams. I love being a part of the journey and watching people take loving control of their lives. Educated in NY at Adelphi University, have EMDR and CBT certifications, Therapeutic Tapping, Reiki Master, and Spirituality training.
My therapeutic goals vary with each client. Some people have not been listened to their whole lives and need a supportive ear.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Irrational Fears / Phobias
Mental Health Problem
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Suicidal Tendencies
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Irrational Fears / Phobias
Mental Health Problem
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Adelphi University, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1386734952
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.96
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.88
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23 reviews
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Only 1 visit so far but very friendly and creates a safe space
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenVideo visit
Very understanding and considerate of a patient’s needs.
February 21, 2025Bridget P.Verified patientVideo visit
LuAnn has been very helpful, prompting me with good questions, helping me understand root causes of behaviors, and giving advice when I ask for it. She's very personable, funny, and easy to open up to. She's supportive and nonjudgmental but not in a toxic way where she makes me think everything I do is flawless, because that's definitely not true. I trust that I'm in good hands given she has a wealth of experience.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Validating and Empathetic
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
LuAnn is an excellent therapist. I have been seeing her for the past year and she has been a tremendous help with guiding me on how to best deal with my personal and professional life. I highly recommend her
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
LuAnn is the ideal therapist for someone looking to dig in, do the work, and face what has been holding them back. She has challenged me in ways I wasn't expecting and didn't know I needed. She has gently guided me back to buried parts of myself to heal old wounds, which has made a profound difference with anxiety/OCD tendencies. She is intuitive, compassionate, reliable, open, punctual, thoughtful, and has a great sense of humor. Forever grateful for her perspective, support, and guidance.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
LuAnn is the ideal therapist for someone looking to dig in, do the work, and face what has been holding them back. She has challenged me in ways I wasn’t expecting and didn’t know I needed. She has gently guided me back to buried parts of myself to heal old wounds, which has made a profound difference with anxiety/OCD. She is intuitive, compassionate, reliable, open, punctual, thoughtful, and has a great sense of humor. Forever grateful for her perspective, support, and guidance.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Luann has been the best, most effective, and most understanding therapist I've worked with. I have experienced crisis after crisis for the last few years and Luann is helping me move through it.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Luann is very easy to talk to and has been a great help. I look forward to our sessions. She has a way of digging into underlying causes while teaching me practical tools to manage my anxiety and as a result, I am noticing significant improvement in my mood. I honestly didn’t expect therapy to help as much as it has.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
She is incredible. Her insights and advice is priceless. I am so happy I found her. She has helped me immensely in a short amount of time. I am so grateful.
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
Lu Ann has the ability to be strong when needed, and also, help me when it is needed to help me grow, and at the same time she knows when to let me work my way out of the nest. Lu Ann is a great knowledgeable teacher and life coach. I feel as if I am back in college and learning from a great professor. I have always loved psychology, probably because I can feel the immediate rewards from it and someone with caliber of knowledge that Lu Ann has is truly a wonderful experience. I will always be indebted to Lu Ann for the help she given me.
Sincerely,
Theodore L. Woodard
More than 1 year agoInitials hiddenSource: Partner
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November 5, 2024Maryjean B.Verified patientVideo visit
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What practice does LuAnn Skolnik work with?
LuAnn Skolnik works with Rula Health - L.A. East.
What are common reasons for patients to see LuAnn Skolnik?
LuAnn Skolnik frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for LuAnn Skolnik on their profile.
What languages does LuAnn Skolnik speak?
LuAnn Skolnik speaks English.
How do patients rate LuAnn Skolnik in reviews?
23 patients have reviewed LuAnn Skolnik. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.96/5. They have a 4.88/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.