Damara Israel, LCSW, LISW-CP
- Addictions
- Career
- Grief
About Damara Israel
Damara works with those coping with isolation, shame, impulsivity, and related emotional patterns, guiding them toward greater self-understanding and resilience. She draws on a trauma-informed and culturally responsive framework to offer a compassionate environment where unique experiences can be explored without judgment. Her credentials include LCSW and LISW-CP - LCSW meaning Licensed Clinical Social Worker and LISW-CP meaning Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice - reflecting advanced social work training and clinical practice authorization.
Whether concerns involve body image, financial stress, relationship strains, or the search for life purpose, Damara offers steady professional guidance. She combines practical therapeutic strategies with empathetic support to walk alongside individuals as they work toward clearer goals, healthier relationships, and more intentional living.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Damara Israel have?
Damara Israel has 12 years of experience.
Is Damara Israel a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds these credentials: LCSW, LISW-CP. License details: NY LCSW 089400, SC LISW-CP 15033.
In which languages does Damara Israel provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Damara Israel located?
Damara Israel is located in New York.
How can I work with Damara Israel as my therapist?
Work with Damara Israel is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Damara Israel work with international clients?
Damara Israel does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Damara Israel cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending 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 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 that helps 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.
Combining Evidence-Informed Approaches with Online Care
Damara Israel uses a blend of practical therapeutic approaches tailored to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce emotional distress and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive actions. Motivational Interviewing helps people explore their own reasons for change and build motivation, which can be especially useful when addressing habits, addictions, or readiness for life shifts.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is best determined collaboratively. Damara works with each individual to assess needs, goals, and personal preferences and then adapts techniques so that treatment feels relevant and achievable.
Online therapy offers practical advantages for people with busy schedules or limited local options. Through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, therapy can fit into workdays, caregiving routines, or geographic constraints. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain continuity of care and to practice skills between sessions with support from licensed professionals and therapists.