- Mindful problem solving
- Values-based focus
- Skill building
About Judith
Judith (Judy) Durdan is a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, sleep trouble, anger, trauma, relationship strain, and money and financial issues. Judy offers steady, practical support and listens closely to what matters most to each person.
She uses straightforward, evidence-informed methods and focuses on small, doable steps. Sessions emphasize mindfulness, examining unhelpful thoughts, and finding values that guide daily choices. Judy works with clients to build coping skills that fit real life, rather than relying on abstract theory.
Judy earned a Master of Social Work from Fordham University in 2001 and holds LCSW licensure in Florida and Connecticut. Her background includes both inpatient and outpatient care, and she has experience with people who have faced homelessness, forensic involvement, persistent mental illness, and veterans, as well as those simply looking for a supportive listener.
In the first meetings she helps people name priorities and agree on a plan together. That plan is adjusted as needs change and new challenges come up. Judy blends listening with practical techniques from approaches like acceptance and commitment work, cognitive behavioral ideas, and motivational interviewing.
Her style is calm and collaborative. She invites people to use their own strengths while learning a few new skills. To begin, she asks people to pick times that fit their schedule so therapy can be realistic and sustainable.
Therapeutic approaches you can use online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking small actions that align with those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings show up. It can help when life changes, low mood, or worry get in the way of what you want to do.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical strategies to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for anxiety, panic, mood concerns, and sleep problems.
Mindfulness-based work teaches simple attention practices and present-moment skills to reduce reactivity and improve focus in daily life. It pairs well with both ACT and CBT when stress or rumination are prominent.
Finding the best approach is part of the work. The therapist will partner with each person to choose and adjust methods based on needs, goals, and personal preference. That collaborative process helps ensure techniques feel useful rather than forced.
Confirm the available session options before booking so you know how you will meet. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people connect with licensed professionals from different locations. Ask about scheduling possibilities and the format that best matches your routine.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Judy address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, anger, trauma and abuse, relationship strain, grief, and money and financial issues, among other areas.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical, combining listening with hands-on strategies such as mindfulness, cognitive tools, and values work.
How much experience does she bring?
Judy has 22 years of clinical experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings with a wide range of people and challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds LCSW licensure in Connecticut and Florida and practices from Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.