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Briana Schmidt

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA (she, her)

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New York, NY 10010
Most folks I collaborate with are navigating the aftermath of trauma or adverse experiences, seeking pathways to healing. They confront challenges such as C-PTSD, eating concerns/body image issues, and codependency, with the aim of identifying triggers and managing unwanted behaviors more effectively. Their journey is towards processing past traumas, fostering resilience, and reclaiming their lives. They aspire to convert their pain into strength, nurturing healthier relationships with both themselves and the surrounding world.
My approach blends systemic insights with eclectic, trauma-informed strategies, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), CBT, and DBT. This empowers a deep understanding and harmonization of one’s inner parts, fostering self-compassion and healing. I navigate the influences of family, culture, and personal identity in therapy, aiming to empower and heal.
Understanding your experiences deeply matters to me. If you're seeking a space to heal, grow, and transform pain into resilience, I'm here to walk alongside you. When you're ready, reach out, and together, we'll embark on a journey towards healing and fulfillment. Please call or email, and you can expect a response from me within the week.
Call or Briana Schmidt now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 355-1771

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Resilient Minds USA

New York, NY 10010

(646) 355-1771

Buffalo, NY 14203

With HIPAA-compliant telehealth, I offer individual, couple, friendship, family, and group therapy. Please reach out at your convenience!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders and Family Conflict 
$85 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  
Let's Connect (646) 355-1771
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Resilient Minds USA

New York, NY 10010

(646) 355-1771

Buffalo, NY 14203

With HIPAA-compliant telehealth, I offer individual, couple, friendship, family, and group therapy. Please reach out at your convenience!
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Eating Disorders and Family Conflict 
$85 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and groups  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $85
  • Couple Sessions $85

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Aetna EAP
  • Aetna Student Health
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Meritain Health
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare / Optum EAP
  • UnitedHealthcare Student Resources
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I offer sliding scale pricing and equity-adjusted fees because people with more financial access pay more, creating resources so folks with less access can pay less, thus spreading the impact of cost more equitably.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771
"
I offer sliding scale pricing and equity-adjusted fees because people with more financial access pay more, creating resources so folks with less access can pay less, thus spreading the impact of cost more equitably.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New York / P123281 Supervised by Diana Li (New York / 404569) Briana Schmidt
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended John Jay College of Criminal Justice, CUNY, Master of Arts
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with American Psychological Association C2304599164 / 2023
  • Certificate from IFS Institute - Lv 1 2025
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Feel free to ask about my qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771
"
Feel free to ask about my qualifications and training experience.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • Body Image
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Emotional Regulation
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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I offer support for various concerns, such as trauma, depression, relationships, food/body concerns, and personal growth. Treatment involves assessment, therapy sessions, coping strategies, and achievable goals. Benefit from improved well-being, self-awareness, stronger relationships, and effective tools for life's challenges.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771
"
I offer support for various concerns, such as trauma, depression, relationships, food/body concerns, and personal growth. Treatment involves assessment, therapy sessions, coping strategies, and achievable goals. Benefit from improved well-being, self-awareness, stronger relationships, and effective tools for life's challenges.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771

8 Endorsements

Dru Collins-Minch
Dru Collins-Minch
Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCTP, CSTIP, RYT-200
Briana's compassionate approach to parts work is transformative, guiding individuals through the complex terrain of C-PTSD, eating concerns/body image issues, and codependency.
Gabriel Windevoxchel
Gabriel Windevoxchel
MHC-LP
Briana has an empathetic approach and utilizes insightful techniques to empower her clients and help them navigate life's challenges with resilience and clarity.
Joe Leo
Joe Leo
MSW, ASW, LMSW
Briana Schmidt is a compassionate and ethical therapist, deeply committed to her clients' well-being. I have seen her demonstrate profound empathy and care, often going the extra mile to support her clients
Latisha S Corbett
Latisha S Corbett
Counselor, LMHC, EMDRIAC, CST, LBA-GP, NCC
Briana's effective eclectic and compassionate approach to therapy allows her client's to achieve a therapeutic alliance that provides a safe place and also foster's growth towards accomplishing their goals towards mental health balance.
Kate Dotson
Kate Dotson
Counselor, LMHC-D
Briana is a curious, compassionate, and creative therapist who will meet you where you are and help you achieve your therapeutic goals. She is knowledgeable about DBT and IFS and will integrate these modalities to support your therapeutic work together.
Jaclyn Gold
Jaclyn Gold
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS, CMHC
Briana utilizes exceptional communications and therapeutic skills. She is very empathetic, compassionate, and goal-oriented. She is both highly knowledgable in her therapeutic approaches to counseling and truly caring about the well-being of her clients.
Diana Li
Diana Li
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-C
I endorse Briana for her commitment to fostering growth through clients' inner strengths. She combines humility, evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive practices, tailoring integrative care to each client with expertise and compassion.
David Litner
David Litner
MA, MHC-LP
Briana is a wonderful psychotherapist who combines clinical expertise in IFS and a number of trauma-informed approaches with a style that emphasizes compassion, warmth, attentiveness, and commitment to her clients in every session.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Mixed Race

Age

Preteen , 
Teen , 
Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples , 
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied , 
Gay Allied , 
Intersex Allied , 
Lesbian Allied , 
Non-Binary Allied , 
Queer Allied , 
Racial Justice Allied , 
Sex Worker Allied , 
Single Parent , 
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American , 
Mixed Race

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Group Therapy
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Ask me about what different forms of therapy will be like.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771
"
Ask me about what different forms of therapy will be like.
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 355-1771

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Resilient Minds USA

New York, NY 10010

(646) 355-1771

Additional Location

Buffalo, NY 14203

(646) 355-1771
"
With HIPAA-compliant telehealth, I offer individual, couple, friendship, family, and group therapy. Please reach out at your convenience!
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 355-1771
"
With HIPAA-compliant telehealth, I offer individual, couple, friendship, family, and group therapy. Please reach out at your convenience!
Photo of Briana Schmidt, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Briana Schmidt
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, IFS-L1, MA
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 355-1771