About

My name is Genevieve Ramsay

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of mental health treatment experience. I earned my Masters Degree in Social Work through CUA in 2019, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Human Services through SUNY Potsdam in 2011. I have been a licensed therapist since 2019.

Over the years, I have been honored to be able to provide professional support to individuals and families facing various mental health-related difficulties. As a result, I have become very familiar and comfortable with the treatment of numerous clinical disorders and concerns, including anxiety, depression, OCD, Bipolar and other Mood Disorders, PTSD, and many others.

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Certifications

Licensed Clinical Social Worker- current NYS license, obtained in April 2026

Licensed Master Social Worker- NYS license held from August 2019- April 2026

History

September 2023- current

North Country Clinical Counseling , Private Therapist

Provided therapy to individuals (ages 10 to 70+) and couples in a private practice setting.

August 2019- August 2026

SUNY Potsdam Counseling Center, Counselor

Provided individualized therapy and mental health support to college students.

July 2011- May 2022

Claxton Hepburn Medical Center Emergency Department, Psychosocial Assessor

Completed comprehensive psychiatric assessments and clinical crisis intervention to patients with acute mental health concerns.

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New Leaf’s Approach

The central goal of New Leaf Therapy is for every client to feel heard, validated, and supported throughout their therapy journey. Life is hard- relentlessly hard at times. Human existence does not occur without the inclusion of difficult times, losses, heartaches, and personal challenges. You do not have to face any of these hardships alone.

One of New Leaf’s main philosophies is to normalize seeking support when life gets difficult. Everyone needs support at times. Life’s struggles can be complex and even sometimes unsolvable or unavoidable- but they tend to feel a little less heavy when you have someone standing firmly in your corner as you navigate them.

Strengths-Based Therapy

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An approach I use frequently is strengths-based therapy, which aims to empower clients and help them tap into their resilience to take more control of their own path. As a therapist, there is nothing I enjoy more than helping people see how awesome and capable they truly are.

Sometimes our life experiences, especially the most difficult ones, can trick us into feeling less-than. I want every client who walks through my door to leave feeling worthy, resilient, and adept to take on life’s next challenges.

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Structured Approach

For those who desire or need a more structured approach to therapy, I am trained in many treatment interventions- including but not limited to:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT- often used to treat depression and anxiety)

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP- for OCD and related concerns)

  • Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT- for PTSD/ trauma).

Internal Family Systems Approach

Internal Family Systems is a theory/approach I naturally gravitate towards as well, which explores family dynamics and childhood experiences, and how they impact ongoing functioning, relationships, and worldview.

One of my favorite parts about this career field is that I never stop learning. I use all evidence-based practices, and I make a diligent effort to stay informed and to continue expanding my overall knowledge and skillset.

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Meet Genevieve

In my personal life, I enjoy having fun with my family and friends, spending time in nature, reading, traveling, and laughing as much as possible (I also really enjoy movies, and the occasional Netflix binge).

I chose this career partly because my own family has been touched by mental illness, as most families have been or will be in some way.

I am wholeheartedly passionate about what I do, and I do not take my responsibilities as a therapist lightly. I always prioritize providing ethical and completely confidential care.

I truly value and care about every client that I have the privilege to work with, and my goal is always to offer a space that feels safe, healing, and judgment-free.

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