Judith (Judy) Durdan, LCSW

Judith (Judy) Durdan is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, sleep trouble, anger, and relationship concerns. She listens and offers practical steps to help people move forward. Judy brings 22 years of experience to each session and works to meet clients where they are.

Judy earned a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Fordham University in 2001 and holds LCSW licensure in Connecticut and Florida. Her background includes work in inpatient and outpatient settings. She has supported people facing homelessness, forensic involvement, long-term mental illness, and veterans, as well as those who simply want someone to listen.

In sessions Judy uses plain language and a steady approach. She draws on tools from cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, solution-focused work, and motivational interviewing. Sessions combine listening with skill-building and small, practical steps clients can try between meetings.

Judy aims to build a treatment plan together with each person. That plan is adjusted over time to fit changing needs and goals. She emphasizes using a person’s strengths and past experience as part of the path forward.

People who choose Judy often want straightforward support and concrete tools. She focuses on helping adults find manageable ways to cope with life changes and emotional challenges. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before scheduling.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Judy uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. CBT often includes simple exercises to try between sessions and practical ways to manage symptoms like anxiety, panic, and low mood.

She also draws on acceptance and commitment therapy, which emphasizes noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them and choosing actions that match personal values. ACT can be useful for stress, grief, and ongoing mood concerns.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Judy will talk with each person about goals and preferences, and then try methods that fit their needs. She adjusts plans as goals change so therapy stays useful over time.

The original biography did not specify which online or in-person formats are offered, so confirm current session options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments around work, caregiving, or other daily demands. It can also allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can focus on making steady progress.