Therapist profile
Dr. Gina Scarano-Osika, NY Psychologist 012289
Dr. Gina Scarano-Osika - Psychologist, Family and parenting concerns
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- CBT and DBT methods
- Attachment-informed work
- Parenting and relationships
About Gina
Dr. Gina Scarano-Osika is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 012289) with 25 years of experience. She sees adults for concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting difficulties, and coping with life changes. She also works with people facing trauma, addictions, grief, eating issues, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem struggles, and attention-related challenges.
She draws on cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) as core methods. She also integrates attachment-based ideas and client-centered listening. Sessions focus on clear strategies alongside real conversation about what is happening at home.
Her background includes relational therapy training at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. She and her husband founded a private practice about 20 years ago that expanded to include multiple clinicians. That experience informs how she talks about relationship patterns and family-related stresses.
In a typical session she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, try different coping skills, and practice calmer ways to respond under pressure. She uses straightforward, actionable suggestions and checks in on what works between visits. People often bring parenting strain, conflict with a partner or parent, and changes in mood or behavior.
Starting therapy can feel hard. She acknowledges that step and aims to make the first meetings focused and practical. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Attachment-based work looks at relationship patterns and how early connections influence current behavior. Online sessions can use that lens to map how people relate to partners and parents and to try new ways of responding.Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing different behaviors. In online meetings clients practice skills, track progress between visits, and use brief exercises to shift thinking and routines.
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) teaches distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Those skills are useful for managing anger, intense mood swings, and strained interactions at home.
Choosing an approach is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and daily life. That conversation happens in early sessions and can change as needs shift.
The biography does not specify which session formats are used online, so confirm the available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to schedule shorter check-ins, avoid travel time, or use phone-only meetings when less bandwidth is available. These practical benefits help fit therapy into a busy household routine.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, trauma, addictions, grief, eating and sleep issues, and related problems.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses cognitive behavioral therapy and dialectical behavior therapy alongside attachment-informed, client-centered listening. Sessions mix practical skill building with discussion of relationship patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 25 years of experience since qualifying and has run a private practice she helped found and expand over the past two decades.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is listed as NY Psychologist 012289 and practices from New York.
Does she work with non-US or international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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