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Aretha Brown

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Available both in-person and online
Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977
Do you feel like you've been holding everything together for everyone else while quietly struggling yourself? I work with adolescents, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, PTSD, grief, relationship challenges, life transitions, blended family issues, co-parenting stress, race-based or generational trauma, and caregiver burnout. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in old patterns, we'll work together to help you heal, regain confidence, strengthen your relationships, and create lasting change.
I provide trauma-informed therapy using a person-centered, strengths-based approach tailored to your unique needs. Together, we'll address anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, family conflict, and life transitions while building practical coping skills, healthier patterns, emotional resilience, and renewed confidence in yourself.
You don't have to keep carrying everything on your own. Whatever you're facing, you'll be met with compassion, honesty, and a safe space to be yourself. Healing begins with one conversation. If you're ready to find clarity, strengthen your relationships, and create lasting change, I invite you to reach out today. Schedule a consultation!
Call or Aretha Brown now for a free 15 minute consultation - (845) 460-1245

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

(845) 460-1245

Oak Brook, IL 60523

My website
Virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions with flexible weekday and evening appointments in 13 states!
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Life feels heavy? You don't have to face it alone. Together, we'll build resilience, healing, and hope.
Aretha Brown
Let's Connect (845) 460-1245
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

(845) 460-1245

Oak Brook, IL 60523

My website
Virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions with flexible weekday and evening appointments in 13 states!
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Stress 
$135 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Life feels heavy? You don't have to face it alone. Together, we'll build resilience, healing, and hope.
Aretha Brown

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $135
  • Couple Sessions $160
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Highmark
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • New York City Employees PPO (NYCE PPO)
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • TRICARE
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
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Our team will verify your insurance benefits before your first appointment and explain your coverage and costs. We'll answer your questions so you can focus on beginning your healing journey.
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 460-1245
"
Our team will verify your insurance benefits before your first appointment and explain your coverage and costs. We'll answer your questions so you can focus on beginning your healing journey.
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 460-1245

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Angelo Adson (Delaware / Q1-0001499) Aretha Brown
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For more than 25 years, I've supported children, adults, couples, and families through life's most difficult seasons, with specialized experience in trauma, family systems, and community mental health.
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 460-1245
"
For more than 25 years, I've supported children, adults, couples, and families through life's most difficult seasons, with specialized experience in trauma, family systems, and community mental health.
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 460-1245

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Adoption
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Emotional Regulation
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Teen Violence
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Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (845) 460-1245
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (845) 460-1245


Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (845) 460-1245
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (845) 460-1245

Location

Primary Location

Chestnut Ridge, NY 10977

(845) 460-1245

Additional Location

Oak Brook, IL 60523

(845) 460-1245
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Virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions with flexible weekday and evening appointments in 13 states!
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 460-1245
"
Virtual therapy for anxiety, trauma, relationships, and life transitions with flexible weekday and evening appointments in 13 states!
Photo of Aretha Brown, Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Aretha Brown
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 460-1245