- Addictions support
- Sleep concerns
- Guilt and shame
About Renee
Renee Scott-Webster is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with four years of practice. She works with adults who struggle with addictions, sleep problems, compassion fatigue, anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. Renee also addresses guilt and shame, issues around forgiveness, loneliness, self-love, life purpose, and social anxiety.
Renee focuses on straightforward conversation and practical steps. Sessions use clear talk about current struggles and habits. She listens for what is getting in the way of daily life, then helps clients try small, manageable changes.
Her approach is adaptable to each person. Renee and the client set goals together and check progress week to week. She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address behavior and thinking patterns that keep problems stuck.
Renee has experience helping people cope with compassion fatigue and the exhaustion that comes from caregiving or high-stress roles. She also supports people working through addictive behavior and sleep disruptions by breaking issues into concrete targets for change.
People meet with her to talk about guilt or shame tied to past actions, identity, or relationships. She helps clients explore what those feelings mean, how they show up day to day, and what practical steps might reduce their hold. The work is collaborative and focused on usable strategies rather than labels.
How evidence-based techniques are used online
Renee uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. One common approach targets patterns of thinking that contribute to guilt and shame, helping people notice harsh self-judgments and test them against experience. This can reduce repetitive inner criticism and open space for different actions. Another approach concentrates on behavior change and habit work. It breaks larger problems into small, concrete steps - like shifting sleep routines or altering responses that feed addictive habits. These steps are practical and can be practiced between sessions. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Renee collaborates with each person to figure out which techniques fit their goals, preferences, and daily life. She adjusts the plan based on what is working and what needs a different focus. Confirm the session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Many people find online sessions helpful because they fit into a busy week, reduce travel time, and make it easier to maintain regular check-ins. Shorter check-ins can work well when time is limited, and audio-only sessions can be easier when bandwidth or camera use is an issue. Ask about current online session options when you schedule.Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with addictions, sleeping problems, compassion fatigue, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. Additional focus areas include guilt and shame, forgiveness, loneliness, life purpose, self-love, and social anxiety.
How would she approach guilt or shame in sessions?
She talks through how the feelings show up in daily life and looks for small, practical steps to change unhelpful patterns. The focus is on behaviors and thoughts that keep those feelings active.
What experience does she bring?
She has four years of professional social work experience helping people with addictions, sleep issues, compassion fatigue, and common mental health concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions billed?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.