Profile / United States
Aleksandr Raynov, LCSW
New York
LCSW - Anxiety and Depression
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Existential Therapy
- Strengths based work
About Aleksandr
Aleksandr Raynov is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York with 19 years of experience. He works with people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, life changes, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, and anger.
He trained originally in social work, earning a Master of Social Work degree from Adelphi University School of Social Work. Before entering mental health he held roles in mechanical engineering, CNC operation, first response in New York, and IT consulting. He also holds a master's degree in mechanical engineering.
Aleksandr draws on that varied background when he talks with clients. He uses a strengths-based outlook that highlights practical resources a person already has. Sessions tend to focus on noticing unhelpful thoughts and habits, and on trying different ways of responding in daily life.
His work history includes inpatient hospital units, outpatient clinics, private practice, and in-home visits in the community. That range has shaped how he helps people manage setbacks or major life transitions with step-by-step strategies.
People who come for help with anxiety, depression, grief, or anger can expect straightforward tools and behavioral experiments to test new approaches. He also integrates existential ideas to look at meaning and values when that fits the concern and the client's goals.
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Russian. The profile recommends confirming current session options and formats before booking a first appointment.
How CBT and Existential ideas guide online sessions
Aleksandr uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to map thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in clear steps. CBT sessions focus on practical exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments that can be practiced between meetings to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns.He also draws on Existential Therapy to discuss meaning, values, and choices when those topics matter. That approach looks at how a person's values and life direction affect motivation and emotional responses rather than only symptoms.
Choosing an approach is part of the work. Aleksandr will collaborate with each person to see whether CBT, existential perspectives, or a mix best fits their goals and preferences. The first sessions usually include simple assessments and a plan for short-term steps and homework tasks.
Session formats are not listed here, so confirm the available online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow brief check-ins that don't require travel, and support step-by-step practice between meetings. Licensed professionals can use video or phone in different ways to match a person's needs, and Aleksandr will discuss which format helps reach the goals set together.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish, Russian
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, depression, life changes, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, intimacy issues, and anger.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and habits, try small behavioral experiments, and build practical coping skills for daily life.
What is his professional background?
He has worked in mental health since 2005 and has 19 years of experience across inpatient units, outpatient clinics, private practice, and in-home visits.
Which credentials and location are listed?
He is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from New York.
In what languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Russian.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps start the process of working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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