- Relationship concerns
- Trauma and abuse
- Career and coaching
About Tomasina
Tomasina Beckford is a licensed clinical social worker with 35 years of practice in New York. She helps people facing relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, and the stress of big life changes. Tomasina aims to meet clients where they are and treat everyone with respect and compassion.
Her approach centers on clear, practical conversations. She tailors the dialogue and a plan to each person’s needs. Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving communication, and untangling patterns that keep people stuck.
Tomasina draws on a range of methods to support change. She uses client-centered work to keep sessions focused on the person’s priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. For trauma, she may incorporate EMDR and DBT tools when appropriate.
With many years of practice, Tomasina emphasizes straightforward goals and steady progress. She encourages small, manageable steps so the work fits into daily life. Tomasina supports people aiming to rebuild confidence, mend or clarify relationships, and move forward after difficult events.
She welcomes questions about how therapy could help and invites prospective clients to consider a first conversation. Tomasina asks people to be ready to share what matters most to them so she can tailor the work to those goals.
How Tomasina’s approaches translate to online therapy
This therapist commonly uses client-centered methods that focus on what matters most to the person. That means sessions begin by listening and setting goals that fit your life and priorities.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify and change thought and behavior patterns that contribute to depression, anxiety, or relationship problems. CBT gives concrete strategies and homework you can practice between appointments. Tomasina may use Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills when those skills are needed.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with each person to decide which methods match their goals and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.
If you’re considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten commute time, and allow quick check-ins when life gets busy. Ask about session lengths and scheduling to find what fits your routine best.
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Experience
35+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Tomasina address?
She supports people with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, and career or coaching questions.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is respectful and compassionate, centered on practical conversations and goals. She adapts the plan to each person and focuses on clear steps you can try between sessions.
What is her background and experience?
She holds a New York LCSW credential and brings 35 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns and life situations.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York and practices with that credential.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to start therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.