New to Grow
Hi my name is Orly Krupkin, LCSW and I'm glad you're here. Starting therapy is a courageous step, and I deeply respect the courage it takes to reach out for support. I work with adults navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, grief and loss, caregiver challenges, midlife concerns, and relationship issues. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Together, we’ll explore the thoughts, emotions, and patterns that may be holding you back, and develop practical tools to create meaningful change. I strive to offer a warm, safe and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and supported. You don’t have to go through this alone — I’m here to help you move forward one step at a time.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we'll just start by getting to know each. I'll ask some questions to understand what's been going on for you, what brought you here, and what you hope to get out of therapy. There's no pressure to share everything right away- we'll go at a pace that feels comfortable for you. My goal is to create a safe, comfortable space where you can be yourself and feel supported as we begin this process together.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Clients who I work with, tell me that they experience a sense of comfort and connection they feel right from the start. I create warm, supportive space where you can be yourself, and speak openly about what's on your mind. I work with adults navigating life transitions, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and anxiety. My approach blends evidence-based tools like cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques with a down-to-earth style. I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all method. I listen and tailor our work to your unique needs and pace.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work best with adults navigating life transitions—whether adjusting to a new phase, coping with loss, managing relationship changes, or balancing life’s demands. I help clients process emotions, improve communication, and regain clarity and balance. Together, we focus on reducing stress and anxiety, coping with grief, maintaining healthy boundaries, and building more fulfilling relationships. My style is warm, collaborative, and supportive. Change can be challenging, even when it’s positive. I work best with individuals who are ready to step out of their comfort zone and engage in meaningful work to create real change.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
In working with clients, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which is a practical, evidence based approach that helps you understand how your thoughts, feelings, and actions are connected. Often, when we're feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed, it's because certain thought patterns or habits are keeping us in a cycle that's hard to break. CBT gives us tools to interrupt that cycle. We will work together on the thoughts that are negative, self critical, or unrealistic and we'll work together to challenge and reframe them. We will develop small manageable steps to try new ways of responding. Therapy isn't about "fixing" you-because you are not broken. It's about learning new ways to challenges, becoming more aware of your patterns, and building the confidence to move forward with intention.