- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting support
- Practical coping
About Merrie
Merrie Bartlett is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who helps people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, parenting pressures, or life transitions. She writes simply and listens closely to what matters most. Parents and people dealing with family-related strain often come to her looking for calmer days and clearer choices.
She starts by asking what peace would look like for each person. Sessions focus on naming the obstacles that get in the way of feeling steadier. Conversations are practical and aim to find small, doable changes that ease daily pressure and improve relationships.
Over 23 years of practice Merrie has worked with many people facing midlife questions, divorce and separation stress, caregiver burnout, and workplace concerns. She pays attention to how family rhythms and parenting demands shape mood and behavior. That experience informs how she helps people set realistic goals and try new ways of handling old problems.
Merrie uses an eclectic, evidence-minded approach rather than a single method. She adapts techniques to each person's situation and preferences. Expect an individualized plan that mixes conversation, skill practice, and problem-solving.
Sessions are offered in English and take place from her New York practice. The subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
How evidence-based techniques fit virtual care
Many people find benefit from common evidence-based techniques that address anxiety, mood, and life transitions. One approach involves skill-based work that teaches practical tools for managing stress and anxiety, such as breathing, scheduling, and breaking problems into smaller steps. These skills are useful for parenting strain, workplace stress, and daily overwhelm.Another helpful focus is problem-solving and behavior change. This involves identifying patterns that cause repeated conflict or exhaustion, trying small experiments, and adjusting what doesn’t work. It can help with communication problems, caregiver burnout, and making changes after separation or major life shifts.
Finding the right mix of methods is a team effort. Merrie will help clients figure out which techniques seem to fit their goals and preferences and will adjust the plan over time. The process is collaborative and grounded in what the individual needs right now.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so please confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and reduce travel time. Licensed professionals can still use the same evidence-informed techniques virtually to help people build new habits and cope better with everyday stress.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Merrie Bartlett commonly address?
She helps with stress, anxiety, parenting and family-related strain, plus depression and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
Merrie takes an eclectic, evidence-minded approach and adapts techniques to each person's needs and goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has 23 years of clinical experience working with people facing midlife questions, caregiver stress, and workplace issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in New York and provides services from a New York practice.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.