- Stress and anxiety
- Life purpose questions
- Parenting support
About Merrie
Merrie Bartlett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 23 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and family concerns, and people coping with life changes. Her practice also addresses caregiver stress, communication problems, divorce and separation, life purpose questions, midlife concerns, self-love issues, and workplace problems.
She describes therapy as a place to notice what is getting in the way of feeling steadier and calmer. Sessions focus on identifying stressors and practical steps to reduce their impact. Conversations are straightforward and aimed at helping people live more comfortably in their bodies and minds.
Merrie uses an eclectic mix of evidence-based therapeutic techniques chosen to fit a person’s needs. She works collaboratively to set clear goals and to try approaches that match those goals. The focus is on small, concrete changes that make daily life more manageable.
When someone is wrestling with big transitions or questions about life purpose, she helps them name values and priorities. For parents and caregivers, she concentrates on coping strategies that reduce overwhelm and on improving communication where it’s strained. Work-related stress is handled with practical problem solving and strategies to manage burnout.
Her online sessions are presented as a regular way to keep therapy consistent amid busy schedules. To start, users complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site’s online options. Payment is managed with a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
Approaches and how online sessions are used
Many of Merrie Bartlett’s methods come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on reducing symptoms and improving daily functioning. One approach emphasizes learning concrete coping skills for stress and anxiety - practical tools to manage symptoms in the moment and reduce reactivity. Another common technique focuses on problem solving and communication skills, which helps when relationships or workplace issues are a main concern.Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. The therapist and client review current problems, goals, and preferences, then try methods that fit those aims. Adjustments are made along the way if something isn’t working, so the plan evolves with the client’s needs.
Confirm the session formats offered before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online sessions are described as a way to fit therapy into a busy life - they can make regular check-ins easier to schedule and reduce travel time. Different formats can allow for shorter check-ins, fewer technical demands, or sessions that better match the client’s daily routine. Licensed professionals can discuss which format will best support the client’s goals during the first appointment.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, parenting and family concerns, and people coping with life changes such as divorce or midlife shifts.
How does she approach someone who feels stuck?
She uses an eclectic set of evidence-based techniques and focuses on identifying obstacles to feeling steadier, then trying practical steps to reduce those obstacles.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of clinical experience practicing as a social worker in New York.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York and located in New York.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What are the session formats and payment details?
Confirm current session formats before booking; payment is handled through a subscription that can be canceled at any time and costs vary with location.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.