Alisha Williams-McCorvey
LCSW-R
Therapist in New York
Continue with AlishaCompassionate, practical therapy for life changes
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Sessions
- Online
- Listed in
- New York
- Client-centered approach
- Focus on women
- Action-oriented work
About Alisha
Her work begins with listening. She asks clear questions to understand what matters most and what feels stuck. Then she and the person set simple, realistic goals together and check progress as they go.
Alisha uses a mix of approaches that match each person's situation. She draws on client-centered methods to build trust, cognitive behavioral ideas to shift unhelpful thinking, and solution-focused strategies to find quicker, manageable changes. This keeps sessions grounded and action-oriented.
She also supports people coping with caregiving strain, chronic illness or pain, separation and divorce, loneliness, social anxiety, and workplace stress. Women’s issues are a named focus area in her practice and she brings attention to challenges that often appear there.
Sessions aim to be practical and respectful of each person’s pace. Alisha offers steady guidance while helping people find their own strengths and solutions. The first step is a short matching questionnaire and then scheduling based on availability.
Approaches that guide online work
Alisha often uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral ideas when helping people online. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and building a trusting relationship so people can talk about what matters most. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at patterns of thinking and behavior and offers practical steps to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the person about goals, preferences, and what feels most comfortable. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan based on progress and feedback.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow check-ins during a lunch break or between commitments. It can also offer a way to have a shorter or audio-only session when video feels like too much. Discuss format preferences with the therapist during the matching and scheduling steps so sessions can be arranged to fit everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she commonly address?
She helps people manage stress, anxiety, self-esteem struggles, career issues, depression, and life transitions. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, divorce and separation, isolation, social anxiety, women's issues, and workplace problems.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She listens first, sets clear goals, and uses techniques that match the person's needs.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 30 years of clinical experience working with a range of concerns and people.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW-R and practices in New York.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a therapy match?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.