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Kwasi Boaitey
Experience
7 years
Based in
New York
Sessions
Online
Languages
English

Therapist · New York

Kwasi Boaitey

LCSW

Compassionate, practical therapy for life change

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License and NPI on record

LCSW
New York · 095273
NPI
1629750880

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship clarity
  • Trauma informed

About Kwasi

Kwasi Boaitey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in New York. He helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and those seeking coaching around life direction. His approach is straightforward and respectful, and he treats each person as the expert on their own life.

Sessions begin with listening and understanding what feels unhelpful now. Kwasi focuses on small, practical steps that can bring relief and clearer choices. He uses tools drawn from several evidence-informed approaches to help people notice patterns and try different responses.

He often blends acceptance-based ideas with cognitive strategies to address upsetting thoughts and behaviors. Attachment-based work is used to look at how early relationships shape current trust and connection. Dialectical skills can help with strong emotions and impulsive patterns.

Kwasi aims to make therapy a space where people can be honest and compassionate with themselves. He emphasizes patience and steady progress rather than quick fixes. People who come to him for coaching receive practical guidance alongside therapeutic work.

Clients can expect a calm, direct style that balances empathy with clear tools. With seven years of experience, Kwasi brings steady support as people work toward clearer values, healthier relationships, and more manageable moods.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low mood, and life direction questions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying small behavioral experiments to change how someone feels and reacts. It is commonly used for anxiety, mood disorders, and stress management.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help clients decide which methods fit best based on goals, needs, and preferences. That choice is collaborative and can shift as progress is made.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, or allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Online work can still include practical skill practice, thought tracking, and value-based planning similar to in-person care. Licensed professionals tailor the process so therapy fits everyday life without promising a specific outcome.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kwasi commonly help with?

He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem issues. Coaching around life purpose and midlife shifts is also listed.

What is his style in sessions?

Sessions focus on listening first and then offering practical steps. The tone is direct, compassionate, and focused on what a person wants to change.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has seven years of experience as a clinician. That background informs his use of multiple therapy approaches in session.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York. Practice location is New York.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How are costs handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

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