Gordon Shearer, LCSW

Licensed in New York · 8 years in practice

Gordon Shearer is a licensed clinical social worker who brings eight years of experience to his practice in New York.

License and registration

LCSW, New York: 091620 · expires January 2027
NPI: 1285170985 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 8
Languages: English

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About Gordon

Gordon Shearer is a licensed clinical social worker who brings eight years of experience to his practice in New York. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression. He speaks English and works with adults by offering conversation and practical steps to manage hard moments.

Gordon centers sessions on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. He adapts how he talks and plans work with each person's situation.

Background and approach

That means sessions can include problem-solving, learning new ways to cope, and working through painful memories at a pace that feels right. People often come for help with communication problems, control issues, guilt and shame, or impulsivity. He also addresses isolation and loneliness, men's issues, panic attacks, and social anxiety.

Sessions focus on clear goals and small, doable changes that add up over time. Gordon offers a straightforward, steady presence in sessions. He listens, reflects what he hears, and suggests tools people can try between meetings.

The emphasis is on practical skills and ongoing support rather than quick fixes. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule sessions that suit their needs. He uses formats such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make ongoing work more manageable.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Gordon lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Online support

Evidence-based approaches and flexible online care

Gordon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on what helps people feel and function better. One common approach is skills-based coping work, which teaches concrete strategies for managing anxiety, panic attacks, and stress in day-to-day life. Another is trauma-informed support, which involves careful pacing and techniques to help process painful memories while reducing overwhelm.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Gordon will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or has not worked before, then tailor the plan together so the methods fit the person rather than forcing a single style.

Online therapy here includes video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make regular contact easier. Video suits in-depth sessions where seeing facial cues helps. Phone can be used when bandwidth is limited or a quicker check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging work well for short updates, brief coping exchanges, or when typing feels more comfortable. These options help people fit therapy into busy schedules and keep progress moving between meetings.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Gordon commonly address?

He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, plus related issues like communication problems, guilt and shame, and panic attacks.

What is his general approach in sessions?

Sessions emphasize respectful, sensitive conversation and practical steps. He tailors dialogue and plans to each person's needs and goals.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has eight years of professional work experience supporting people with emotional and behavioral concerns.

What credentials and location are listed?

He holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and practices in New York.

Which languages are supported and can international clients work with him?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

He provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How does pricing work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I start therapy with him?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

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