- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Life purpose
About Briana
Briana Dow is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in New York with four years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, and those coping with life changes. She also helps with self-esteem, motivation, and confidence struggles.
Her approach is straightforward and person-focused. Sessions are used to talk through problems, identify small changes, and practice skills that can be used between meetings. She adapts the conversation and plan to fit what each person needs at the moment.
Briana also supports people dealing with grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar concerns, and intimacy-related issues. Eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, and ADHD are areas she sees often. Additional focuses include communication problems, guilt and shame, forgiveness, hoarding, isolation and loneliness, self-love, social anxiety and phobia, and life purpose.
In practice she listens for what matters to the person and then helps set clear, achievable steps. Sessions tend to combine practical ideas with space to process difficult emotions. The intent is to make progress in everyday life, not just in the therapy room.
Clients in New York meet with a licensed clinician who will work with them to clarify goals and try different approaches. Before scheduling, people are encouraged to review current session options and confirm what formats are offered.
Approaches you may use and how online work fits
Many of Briana's descriptions point to evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills and emotional processing. One common approach emphasizes skill-building for anxiety and stress, teaching breathing, grounding, and behavioral strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve daily functioning. Another approach concentrates on relationship and communication work, helping people recognize interaction patterns and practice new ways of speaking and listening to reduce conflict and increase understanding.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what helps most. This collaborative process means the plan can change over time as needs and priorities become clearer.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm what online options are offered before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, or allow a shorter check-in when schedules are tight. It also lets people use visual or audio-only sessions depending on bandwidth or comfort with being on camera. Licensed professionals can help match session length and rhythm to everyday life so therapy can fit alongside work, caregiving, or other responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationships, family conflict, self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma, grief, intimacy issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, anger, bipolar concerns, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, person-focused approach. Conversations focus on clear steps, skill practice, and addressing emotions that come up in daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional work experience as a therapist.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in New York and practices there.
Can I work with her if English is not my first language?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.