Joseph Gagliano, LCSW
Experienced, compassionate support for life’s complex challenges
- 30 years experience
- Collaborative individualized care
- Nonjudgmental affirming approach
About Joseph Gagliano
Joseph Gagliano, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker in New York with 30 years of experience helping people navigate complex emotional and life challenges. He works with individuals facing concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship stress, and the ongoing pursuit of personal growth, offering a compassionate, non-judgmental style that respects each person’s identity and lived experience.
His work often focuses on supporting clients as they move through difficult inner terrain, including high stress, isolation, and periods of uncertainty, while also making room for deeper exploration of self-worth, meaning, and healing. He brings extensive experience with major transitions, including workplace pressures, shifting relationship dynamics, and broader seasons of change that call for new coping tools and perspective.
Joseph is committed to a collaborative process in which clients can examine what feels most challenging, build practical strategies, and move toward steadier emotional well-being. Sessions are tailored to individual strengths, goals, and needs, with an emphasis on empathy, partnership, and lasting skills for day-to-day life.
His work often focuses on supporting clients as they move through difficult inner terrain, including high stress, isolation, and periods of uncertainty, while also making room for deeper exploration of self-worth, meaning, and healing. He brings extensive experience with major transitions, including workplace pressures, shifting relationship dynamics, and broader seasons of change that call for new coping tools and perspective.
Joseph is committed to a collaborative process in which clients can examine what feels most challenging, build practical strategies, and move toward steadier emotional well-being. Sessions are tailored to individual strengths, goals, and needs, with an emphasis on empathy, partnership, and lasting skills for day-to-day life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Joseph Gagliano have?
Joseph Gagliano has 30 years of experience as a therapist, supporting clients through a wide range of concerns and life transitions.
Is Joseph Gagliano a licensed therapist?
Yes. Joseph Gagliano is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and is licensed in New York (NY LCSW 049621).
In which languages does Joseph Gagliano provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Joseph Gagliano located?
Joseph Gagliano is located in New York.
How can I work with Joseph Gagliano as my therapist?
Sessions and support are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best fits their needs and schedule.
Does Joseph Gagliano work with international clients?
Yes. Joseph Gagliano works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Joseph Gagliano cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Joseph Gagliano draws from several evidence-informed approaches that can work effectively in online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying patterns in thoughts and behaviors that may be keeping stress, anxiety, or low mood stuck, then practicing practical skills to respond differently in everyday situations.Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and relationship effectiveness. It can be especially helpful when feelings become intense or when it is hard to stay grounded during conflict, overwhelm, or major transitions. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how earlier relationship experiences can shape present-day connection, trust, and self-worth, supporting clients who want to strengthen relationships and understand recurring patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Joseph collaborates with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then tailors sessions to fit the pace and focus that feels most useful.
Online therapy also offers practical flexibility. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, and can use live chat or text-based messaging for additional support between sessions. This range of options can make it easier to keep therapy consistent, even with a busy schedule or changing circumstances.