Sophie Elliott LCSW
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Sophie Elliott?
I am a Hudson Valley based Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist. I earned my Master of Social Work from the University of Utah, and I provide online therapy to adults in New York, Connecticut, and Utah, with a focus on trauma and addiction.
What does Sophie Elliott treat and how?
I specialize in trauma and addiction, and I also work with anxiety, depression, grief, and life transitions. My approach draws on two practical, well studied methods.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps you break the thought patterns that no longer serve you, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy gives you concrete skills for hard moments, including mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
In a first session we explore what brings you in now and start mapping the habits and thoughts behind what you are facing.
Where does Sophie Elliott provide services?
I am licensed in New York, Connecticut, and Utah, and I see clients in all three. Every session is online over a secure video link, which makes it easier to fit therapy into a busy life. I am not able to see clients outside those three states.
When is Sophie Elliott available?
I am currently accepting new clients for weekday appointments from 12 PM to 6 PM Eastern. The best way to find time is by viewing my booking page.
Why did Sophie Elliott become a licensed clinical social worker and therapist?
I trained as a journalist in my undergraduate degree and spent my younger years as a writer. I have always had a passion for human narrative, connecting the dots, and noticing behavior patterns. I am committed to helping you identify the tendencies that hold you back and take charge of your own story going forward.
What is your cancellation policy?
I ask for at least 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule a session. When you book with me I hold that time for you, and I am usually not able to fill it on short notice, so if you cancel inside that window I do have to charge the full session fee. If something comes up, the sooner you can tell me the better.
What do sessions cost, and do you take insurance?
A 50-minute session is $200, and the first 15-minute consultation is free. I am a private-pay practice, which means I do not bill insurance and I am not able to provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement. Payment is handled securely through Ivy Pay, and I will walk you through it before your first session so there are no surprises.
How do you protect my privacy?
What you tell me stays between us. We meet over a HIPAA-compliant video platform rather than an ordinary video call, your records are kept secure, and I do not discuss clients with anyone. There are a small number of legal exceptions that apply to every therapist, including situations where someone is in danger, and I will explain those clearly in our first session. If discretion matters especially in your work or your community, tell me, and we can talk about how to make this feel safe for you.
Can you prescribe medication?
No. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I provide therapy rather than medication, so I cannot write prescriptions. If medication seems worth exploring, I can talk it through with you and help you coordinate with your doctor or a psychiatrist.