Igor Light, LMHC
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- Focus on midlife change
- Practical coping skills
- Warm, respectful approach
About Igor
He focuses on clear, practical steps rather than abstract labels. Sessions are shaped around what a person needs most in the moment. He listens first, then helps set small, achievable goals for coping and change.
Igor blends several therapeutic approaches to match each person's situation. He uses techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thinking patterns. He draws on acceptance and commitment strategies to help people notice difficult feelings without getting stuck.
Attachment-based ideas inform how he looks at relationship patterns and feelings of abandonment or isolation. Dialectical behavior therapy tools can be used when someone needs skills for emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
With five years of experience, Igor aims for practical conversations that fit into daily life. He tailors pacing and homework to each person’s schedule. He asks questions, offers feedback, and adjusts plans as progress unfolds.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Approaches that guide online work
Igor commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in his sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without letting them dictate actions, which can be useful for midlife uncertainty and ongoing worry. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT, looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete strategies to change patterns that cause distress.Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. Igor will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and together they decide what to try first. He adjusts methods over time if something isn’t helping or if priorities change.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people choose quieter times of day or avoid camera use if that helps them focus. These practical benefits help many people keep therapy consistent while managing work, family, and daily demands.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Igor commonly address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes. Relationship strain, self-esteem, and midlife questions are also common focuses.
How would you describe his therapy style?
He keeps sessions practical and straightforward. Conversations aim to identify problems, try small experiments, and build skills that fit daily life.
What relevant experience does he have?
He has five years of professional experience working with the concerns listed in his profile. That experience informs how he structures sessions and follow-up work.
Which credential does he hold and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, licensed in New York. His practice location is listed as New York.
Are sessions available in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.