Ariel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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My approach is warm, affirming, and collaborative. It's important to validate and honor my clients' experiences while also gently challenging beliefs, patterns, or behaviors that may no longer be serving them.
I specialize in working with high-functioning queer and trans adults— the person everyone else assumes is "doing fine." Many of my clients are successful, capable, and dependable on the outside, while carrying stress, self-doubt, burnout, or unresolved challenges beneath the surface. I provide a space where you can show up fully, explore what’s working and what isn’t, and move toward a life that feels authentic and sustainable
My approach is to help you process past trauma, make sense of their experiences, and develop a more compassionate relationship with themselves. Together, we'll identify what matters most to you and build the skills and flexibility needed to move through life's challenges in ways that align with your values.
In our first session we'll move at a pace that feels comfortable for you—there's no pressure to share more than you're ready to.
As trust and comfort develop, we'll work together to identify your goals, explore the challenges you're facing, and create a plan that supports your growth, healing, and overall well-being.
Call or Email Ariel Craig now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 328-6988
Let's Connect (646) 328-6988

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Couple Sessions $250
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Ariel Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 328-6988
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 094045 Ariel Craig
- In Practice for 8 years
Education and Years In Practice
Ariel Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 328-6988
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Parenting
Expertise
- Bisexual
- Coping Skills
- Gay
- Grief
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Polyamory & ENM
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Transgender
- Women's Issues
Ariel Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 328-6988
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- EMDR
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Ariel Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 328-6988