- Warm and inviting
- Practical skills
- Sleep and rest focus
About Gina
Dr. Gina Scarano-Osika is a New York psychologist with 25 years of experience. She greets people with a warm, welcoming manner and practical focus. She acknowledges that starting therapy can feel hard and appreciates the effort it takes to begin.
She blends cognitive behavioral techniques with dialectical behavior ideas and relational work she learned at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester. In sessions she helps people notice patterns, try small changes, and practice new ways of coping. That mix is often used for stress, anxiety, mood concerns, relationship strain, and sleep problems.
Dr. Scarano-Osika has run a private practice with her husband for two decades, and the practice has grown to include many providers. That history gives her experience coordinating care and learning what works over time. She describes herself as detail-oriented when it comes to understanding a person’s concerns.
People come to her for many issues, including grief, trauma, addictions, parenting strain, body image and career-related stress. She also addresses attention challenges, bipolar disorder, eating concerns and anger. She does not take on gender dysphoria or LGBQ concerns.
Her approach is conversational and goal-focused. Sessions aim to identify what feels stuck, set realistic steps, and build skills to feel better rested and more in control. She works in English and sees international clients as needed.
How her approaches translate to online therapy
Dr. Scarano-Osika uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and try practical behavior changes. CBT is often useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems and stress because it focuses on small, testable steps.She also draws on dialectical behavior therapy ideas to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal skills. DBT-style skills can help when strong emotions, relationship conflicts or impulsive behaviors get in the way of daily life.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. She will work with a person to figure out which methods fit their goals, needs and preferences, and can adapt as those needs change during therapy.
Confirm the session formats before booking since specific options are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy schedule, shorten check-ins when time is tight, or avoid travel on demanding days. Many people find that working with a licensed professional remotely helps them practice new skills in real time and apply them to everyday routines.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, relationship strain, grief, trauma, addictions, parenting challenges, eating issues, anger, self-esteem and career stress, among other topics.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style mixes cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavior approaches with relational work. She focuses on practical steps, skill building, and clearer patterns in everyday life.
How long has she been practicing?
She has practiced for 25 years and helped build a private practice over two decades, which informs her approach to care and coordination.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a NY Psychologist 012289 and practices out of New York.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as the profile does not list specific formats.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.