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Brian Decker, LMHC

  • Experience11 years
  • LocationNew York
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Self esteem
  • LanguagesEnglish
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About Brian

Brian Decker is a New York licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 11 years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and challenges with concentration and focus, including ADHD.

Background and approach

He centers work on practical strategies to improve motivation, confidence, coping with life changes, and daily functioning while attending to mood symptoms and obsessive or panic tendencies. Decker approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, treating each person as the expert of their own story and building on existing capacities.

He brings focused attention to attachment and communication difficulties, feelings of guilt or shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose and self-love. His practice also addresses trauma-related symptoms and social anxiety in ways that emphasize skill development and emotional awareness.

Clients can expect a collaborative process that honors their goals and pace. Decker encourages the courage involved in beginning therapy and works to create a practical, goal-oriented path tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.

Approaches for Focused and Flexible Online Care

Brian uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical skills and emotional understanding. One common approach he draws from concentrates on building attention and organizational habits to support those struggling with focus and ADHD-related challenges; this involves stepwise strategies for planning, task management, and improving concentration. Another key approach centers on mood and anxiety regulation through techniques that teach breathing, grounding, and cognitive tools to address negative thought patterns and reduce panic or social anxiety symptoms.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic process, and he collaborates with each client to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they will try strategies, evaluate what helps, and adapt the plan over time so care remains aligned with the client’s priorities.

Online therapy in his practice is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care around work, school, or other life commitments while still working with a licensed professional to build skills, track progress, and address day-to-day challenges.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
He works with a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD, along with related issues like attachment difficulties, communication problems, and obsessive tendencies.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is strengths-based and collaborative, emphasizing that clients are experts on their own lives while focusing on practical strategies to build motivation, confidence, and coping skills.
What is his professional background?
He has 11 years of professional experience working with mood disorders, panic and trauma symptoms, social anxiety, and concerns around focus and memory.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a licensed mental health counselor in New York with credential NY LMHC 007942 and practices from that location.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English only and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does he offer?
He provides multiple online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.
How are costs and scheduling handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a brief matching questionnaire, and schedule a time based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesCommunication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

11+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English