Alexa Ferst
MA, MHC-LP (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
6 Endorsed
Let's Connect (929) 410-6208
Hi there! Have you been struggling to manage your emotions? Do you wonder what might be causing you to have difficulty completing tasks? Are you questioning why life doesn't feel as fulfilling as you hoped? It can be challenging to navigate life's obstacles, but you are not alone! It is my mission to foster a space of empathy, respect, and cultural understanding, so you feel truly heard and supported. My clients are often those working through stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, or overcoming traumatic events.
I have immediate openings for individuals of all backgrounds at any stage in their healing journey!
The therapy environment I create is relaxed, casual, and non-judgemental. My expertise includes working with adults who struggle with anxiety and depression using Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral Therapies, as well as EMDR. I am here to empower you to take control and become the author of your own story!
You posses the power to initiate change and reach your goals! In working together, we can get you to where you deserve to be!
I offer 15 minute complimentary phone consultations to see if this is the right fit for you!
Call or Email Alexa Ferst now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 410-6208
Let's Connect (929) 410-6208
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
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- Out of Network
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New York / P133904 Supervised by Rebecca Heller (New York / 014401) Alexa Ferst
- In Practice for 4 years
- Attended The City University of New York, Clinical Mental Health Master's Degree , Graduated 2025
- Certificate from Richmond University Medical, Trauma Informed Care 2023
- Certificate from Cognitive Behavioral Institute, Prolonged Exposure for PTSD 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Alexa Ferst
MA, MHC-LP
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (929) 410-6208
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Women's Issues
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Coping Skills
- Eating Disorders
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Relationship Issues
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
6 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Structural Family Therapy