Branden Polk
LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
12 Endorsed
Let's Connect (929) 706-2726
I’m Branden, A Therapist with 25 years of Unmatched Expertise in Community Engagement, Organizational Leadership, and Philanthropy. My Compassionate Approach Creates a Safe, Empowering Environment Where Healing and Growth Thrive. In Every Session, We’ll Uncover Hope, Strength, and Transformation, Guiding you Toward Profound Change. Whether You’re Facing Trauma, Addiction, Anxiety, Abuse, Men’s Issues, Depression, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, Grief, or Other Challenges, I’m Here to Help. Take the First Step Toward Healing—Book Your Session Today.
I Specialize in Working with BIPOC, LGBTQIA2S+, Adult, Geriatric, and Youth Populations, Offering Expertise in Evidence-Based Approaches like CBT, Psychoeducation, Interpersonal Therapy, Faith-Based Counseling, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Therapy. My Mission Is to Create a Nurturing and Empowering Space Where Healing and Personal Growth Flourish.
I Am Committed to Uplifting the Human Spirit by Supporting Individuals, Families, and Couples in Overcoming Social and Mental Health Challenges. Through Empowerment, I help People Discover Their Inner Strength, Find Solace, and Access the Tools Needed to Build Healthier Lives and Cultivate More Meaningful Relationships. Book Your Session Today!
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Branden Polk now - (929) 706-2726
Let's Connect (929) 706-2726
Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- First Health
- HealthFirst
- Highmark
- Highmark BCBS of Western New York
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid
- Medicare
- NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 127064 Branden Polk
- In Practice for 26 years
Education and Years In Practice
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Depression
- Christian Counseling
Expertise
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Career Counseling
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Family Conflict
- Gambling
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Coaching
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Addiction
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
12 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Aviation Professionals ,
Bisexual Allied ,
Blind Allied ,
Deaf Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Little Person Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Single Parent ,
Transgender Allied
Ethnicity
Black and African American
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Positive Psychology
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Additional Location
The Room for Therapy, LCSW, PLLC
New York, NY 10027
(929) 706-2726