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1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC

1st Step Counseling PLLC

Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
1525 Western Ave, Suite 4, Albany, NY 12203
Let's Connect (518) 512-0164
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st sTep Counseling PLLC, formerly Our Village Services LLC., because it takes a village. We aim to promote supportive healing for individuals and families affected by Mental health and substance use disorders. No one should have to face life challenges alone. Mental health and substance use create life-changing conditions impacting the lives of everyone: the individuals with the disorders, friends, and the community.
We are committed to improving the lives of individuals, family members, and communities affected by mental health concerns and substance use through counseling, education, and advocacy. Our method of supportive healing includes a unique set of services aimed to restore families by tending to emotional, physical, and mental health.
If you or someone you know life have has changed due to family member(s) mental health and/or substance use, WE can help you. No one should suffer alone and we will put your personal needs first.
Call or 1st Step Counseling PLLC now for a free 15 minute consultation - (518) 512-0164

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1st Step Mental Health Counseling PLLC

1525 Western Ave

Suite 4

Albany, NY 12203 map

(518) 512-0164
Free consultations visit www.ourvillageservices.com/new for pre-screening or call (518) 308-8628
I specialize in Addiction, Family Conflict and Grief 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  
Let's Connect (518) 512-0164
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

1st Step Mental Health Counseling PLLC

1525 Western Ave

Suite 4

Albany, NY 12203 map

(518) 512-0164
Free consultations visit www.ourvillageservices.com/new for pre-screening or call (518) 308-8628
I specialize in Addiction, Family Conflict and Grief 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, families and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • MVP Health Care
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Out of Network
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Self-paying clients maintain the privacy and anonymity of treatment and unlimited services. Clients may seek insurance reimbursement.
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 512-0164
"
Self-paying clients maintain the privacy and anonymity of treatment and unlimited services. Clients may seek insurance reimbursement.
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (518) 512-0164

Qualifications

    Counselor: Tanya Henderson

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 007378 Tanya Henderson
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended The College of Saint Rose, Graduated 2011
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Credentialed Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Counse 28102 / 2017
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (518) 512-0164
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (518) 512-0164

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Addiction
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Veterans
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (518) 512-0164
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (518) 512-0164

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

NO

Religion

Christian

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Family
Group

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

NO

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Family Systems
  • Intervention
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (518) 512-0164
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (518) 512-0164

Location

Primary Location

1st Step Mental Health Counseling PLLC

1525 Western Ave

Suite 4

Albany, NY 12203

(518) 512-0164
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Free consultations visit www.ourvillageservices.com/new for pre-screening or call (518) 308-8628
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 512-0164
"
Free consultations visit www.ourvillageservices.com/new for pre-screening or call (518) 308-8628
Photo of Tanya Henderson - 1st Step Counseling PLLC, Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
1st Step Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, CASAC 2, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (518) 512-0164