- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship clarity
- Practical coping
About Douglas
Douglas Todd is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) practicing in New York. He focuses on men's wellbeing among other concerns and supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy challenges. He frames the client as the expert in their story and offers respectful, practical help for change.
He approaches work as a collaboration. Sessions often begin with clear goals and small steps clients can try between meetings. He helps people sort communication problems, attachment concerns, and issues that pop up around fatherhood, divorce, or midlife transitions. Conversations aim to make uncomfortable feelings easier to name and manage.
Over his 26-year career he has guided people through isolation, guilt, shame, and infidelity recovery. He also helps those wrestling with life purpose, emptiness, and rebuilding after separation. His background includes long-term work with adult clients who want to improve connection and daily coping skills.
In session he listens for patterns that keep people stuck and looks for practical ways to change them. He offers coaching-style support when helpful and focuses on concrete strategies for better communication and self-understanding. The pace is set by each person’s needs.
People choose him when they want straightforward, steady help with common life stresses. To begin, clients are invited to reflect on what matters most and take one small step toward a more satisfying daily life.
Therapeutic approaches and online options that fit your life
Douglas uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that help people change patterns and feel more connected. One common approach focuses on improving communication and attachment - it helps people notice how they relate, name their needs, and try new ways of asking for support. Another approach targets stress and anxiety with practical skills - it teaches breathing, pacing, and behavioral steps to reduce overwhelm and build tolerance for difficult feelings.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Douglas treats therapy as a collaboration and will help you choose methods that match your goals, needs, and preferences. Together you can test what feels useful and adjust the plan as progress unfolds.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for flexible check-ins that suit work or family commitments. Talk with the therapist about the best way to structure sessions for your life and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
26+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Douglas help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship and intimacy-related issues, along with life changes and coaching for direction.
What is his general approach in therapy?
He treats therapy as a collaborative process, helping clients set goals and try small, practical steps between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of professional experience working with adult clients on a range of relational and personal concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LMFT and practices in New York.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.