- Years in practice
- 20
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- New York, Arizona
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Addictions
- Focus
- Relationship issues
About Vicky
Vicky Burgh-Harris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, relationship struggles, and trauma-related concerns. She brings two decades of clinical experience to sessions and focuses on practical steps people can use right away.
Her manner is direct and approachable, aimed at helping parents and individuals find clearer ways forward. She uses a mix of methods rather than a single prescription.
Background and approach
Sessions often include goal-setting, skills practice, and short-term strategies that address day-to-day problems. Cognitive approaches help people change unhelpful thinking and behavior, while solution-focused techniques aim to build immediate, workable changes. Vicky emphasizes collaboration.
She listens to what matters most to each person and then shapes the plan around those priorities. Mindfulness tools and motivational interviewing are added when people want help managing strong emotions or finding motivation for change. Her background includes work across varied client needs over many years, giving her experience with parenting strain, caregiving stress, blended family issues, addiction, and aging-related concerns.
She explains options in clear language and adjusts pacing to match each person's situation. In session people can expect straightforward conversation, practical exercises, and homework when useful. Vicky supports clients in setting attainable goals and tracking progress so change feels manageable.
What Vicky works with
Everything Vicky lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Vicky helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Intimacy-related issues
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Coaching
- Abandonment
- Aging and geriatric issues
- Blended family issues
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
- Divorce and separation
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Infidelity
- Intellectual disability
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Prejudice and discrimination
- Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
Approaches Vicky lists
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How her approaches translate to online care
Client-centered work means sessions start with the client's priorities and build from there. The therapist asks about immediate concerns, listens, and adjusts the pace and focus to fit each person's goals. This approach helps when parents need practical support and straightforward planning.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, targets unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors with clear exercises. It is useful for anxiety, low mood, and habits tied to addiction or stress. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and help people stay present during parenting challenges or strong emotions.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will help figure out which methods match a client's needs and preferences and may combine techniques over time. Clients and the therapist set goals together and check progress regularly to keep work focused and flexible.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is good for deeper conversational work and skill practice. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, setting goals, or getting support between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy parenting schedules and varied daily routines.
Questions people ask about Vicky
What concerns does Vicky address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, parenting challenges, relationship and intimacy issues, trauma and abuse, anger, career adjustments, and related concerns such as caregiver stress and blended family issues.
How would you describe the therapy style?
Her style is open and interactive with a focus on practical steps. Sessions mix listening, goal-setting, and hands-on exercises tailored to what matters most to the client.
What experience does she bring?
She has about 20 years of clinical experience working with a wide range of adult concerns, including parenting stress, addiction, and family of origin issues.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in New York as indicated by her NY LCSW status and also holds AZ LCSW recognition.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different scheduling and communication needs.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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