AUTHOR

Larissa Golloub LCSW-R

Licensing & Certifications:

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with “R” Psychotherapy Privilege (LCSW-R)

Professional Background

Lara’s professional journey is a testament to her commitment to mental health care and disaster response. Completing the Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider Training Course in 2018, she honed her skills for remote therapy. From 2002 to 2005, she received invaluable supervision at The American Institute for Cognitive Therapy in New York, NY, specializing in cognitive-behavioral techniques. Lara’s expertise in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) was recognized with certificates from the Albert Ellis Institute and the NYS Office of Mental Health in 2001 and 2002, respectively. Rising through the ranks of a prestigious NYC social service agency from 2001 to 2008, Lara held various supervisory positions, culminating in Vice President of Outpatient Mental Health Services & Family Support Programs. Notably, as Project Liberty Director from 2001 to 2003, she provided therapy to survivors of 9/11, overseeing a FEMA program offering free psychotherapy services. Lara’s dedication to disaster mental health was further demonstrated through her active involvement as an American Red Cross volunteer Mental Health Worker in various crises, including the Kentucky flood and tornado in 1997 and the TWA Flight #800 crash in 1996.

Education:

Master of Social Work, Wurzweiler School of Social Work at Yeshiva University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, Brandeis University

Professional Organizations/Associations:

National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

Area of Focus:

Lara’s career reflects her deep commitment to mental health and disaster response. She completed the Board Certified-TeleMental Health Provider Training Course in 2018 and received supervision at The American Institute for Cognitive Therapy in New York, NY, from 2002 to 2005. Lara holds certificates in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT) from the Albert Ellis Institute and the NYS Office of Mental Health. Rising through a NYC social service agency from 2001 to 2008, she served in various supervisory roles, including Vice President of Outpatient Mental Health Services & Family Support Programs. Notably, as Project Liberty Director from 2001 to 2003, Lara provided therapy to 9/11 survivors and managed a FEMA program offering free psychotherapy services. She also volunteered with the American Red Cross in crises such as the Kentucky flood and tornado in 1997 and the TWA Flight #800 crash in 1996.

Lara uses various therapeutic methods, including:

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Anxiety, Depression,

Chronic Disorganization, Chronic Pain, Teletherapy, Disaster Mental Health

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