Aleksandr Raynov, LCSW

New York · 19 years in practice

Aleksandr Raynov is an LCSW who emphasizes existential therapy alongside practical strategies.

License and registration

LCSW, New York: 077663 · expires July 2027
NPI: 1114227782 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 19
Languages: English, Spanish, Russian

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About Aleksandr

Aleksandr Raynov is an LCSW who emphasizes existential therapy alongside practical strategies. He draws on 19 years in mental health to help people facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and life transitions. Aleksandr keeps conversations direct and grounded so people can make steady progress.

Aleksandr earned a Master of Social Work from Adelphi University School of Social Work. He also holds a master’s degree in mechanical engineering and worked in engineering, CNC operations, IT, and as a first responder before entering mental health.

Background and approach

That varied background shapes how he listens and responds to real-life problems. In session he uses existential ideas to look at meaning, choice, and making sense of change. He combines that with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to identify unhelpful thinking and try small, practical experiments.

Sessions focus on what matters most to each person and on steps they can take between meetings. He describes his style as strengths-based and goal-oriented. Aleksandr helps people build confidence, manage anger, and cope with loss while staying honest about limits and choices.

He offers straightforward guidance and tools that fit day-to-day life. Aleksandr works from New York and offers services in English, Spanish, and Russian. He has experience across inpatient, outpatient, community, and independent practice settings, and brings a practical perspective to emotional challenges.

Focus areas and approaches

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Approaches Aleksandr names

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Online support

Existential and CBT approaches for online care

Existential therapy looks at questions of meaning, choice, and responsibility. It helps people who feel stuck by encouraging honest reflection about values and how they want to live. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety and depression and improve mood.

Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Aleksandr discusses goals and preferences with each person and adapts techniques to fit their situation. Together they decide whether to lean more on existential reflection, CBT exercises, or a mix of both to meet specific goals.

Online sessions are offered by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to create flexibility. Video calls let people use visual cues and practice exercises together. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a quieter setup is needed. Live chat and messaging support shorter check-ins, written reflection, or ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into work, caregiving, or busy schedules while keeping the focus on real change.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does Aleksandr address?

He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, anger, relationship and family issues, trauma and intimacy-related struggles, and coping with life changes.

What is his therapeutic style like?

His work combines existential therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Sessions look at meaning and choice while using practical steps to change thoughts and behaviors.

How long has he been practicing?

Aleksandr has 19 years of experience in mental health, including inpatient, outpatient, community, and independent practice settings.

What credentials and location are listed?

He is an LCSW licensed in New York and practices from New York.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English, Spanish, and Russian.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.

How does cost and starting therapy work?

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