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Natalie Schettini
Counselor, LMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Long Island City, NY 11101  (Online Only)
Hey there! I am a bilingual (English and Haitian Creole) Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Through my time as a research assistant aiding to conduct studies on the effects of racial discrimination, I became motivated to be a direct support for those in need of mental health resources. As a child of Black immigrants, I believe in the importance of being able to provide clients with a counselor who is culturally sensitive. I make it my primary mission to foster a warm environment with a client first in order to ensure safety and trust. I promote a safe healing environment for individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Hey there! I am a bilingual (English and Haitian Creole) Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Through my time as a research assistant aiding to conduct studies on the effects of racial discrimination, I became motivated to be a direct support for those in need of mental health resources. As a child of Black immigrants, I believe in the importance of being able to provide clients with a counselor who is culturally sensitive. I make it my primary mission to foster a warm environment with a client first in order to ensure safety and trust. I promote a safe healing environment for individuals of diverse cultural backgrounds.
(347) 657-6731 View (347) 657-6731
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Dr. Christine Romano
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, EMDR, CST
Verified Verified
17 Endorsed
Yonkers, NY 10701  (Online Only)
My unparalleled background in counseling, education, supervision, and research will help you through techniques that are emotionally guiding, culturally sensitive, strengths based, motivational, and solution focused.
Wellness, sex, and relationships play a vital role in our everyday lives so let's work together to achieve your individual goals and relationship satisfaction. My dedication and passion for guiding clients and supervisees is unmatched as I not only help you survive, but thrive. My treatment and supervision specializations include trauma, anxiety, sex and intimacy, sexual dysfunctions, sexuality exploration, gender diversity, and relationships. My experience in counselor education, counseling supervision, and research supports counselors-in-training seeking personal growth, multicultural competency, and professional development.
My unparalleled background in counseling, education, supervision, and research will help you through techniques that are emotionally guiding, culturally sensitive, strengths based, motivational, and solution focused.
Wellness, sex, and relationships play a vital role in our everyday lives so let's work together to achieve your individual goals and relationship satisfaction. My dedication and passion for guiding clients and supervisees is unmatched as I not only help you survive, but thrive. My treatment and supervision specializations include trauma, anxiety, sex and intimacy, sexual dysfunctions, sexuality exploration, gender diversity, and relationships. My experience in counselor education, counseling supervision, and research supports counselors-in-training seeking personal growth, multicultural competency, and professional development.
(914) 339-5716 View (914) 339-5716
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Palak Agrawal
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, AdCASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
Life, with its inevitable ups and downs, demands effective coping strategies. While we often overlook the highs, it is during the lows that unrest ripples through our existence. As a practitioner, I collaborate with my clients, providing an exceptionally non-judgmental and culturally sensitive environment. Meeting them where they are, I help navigate life’s roller coaster, empowering them to move forward.
Life, with its inevitable ups and downs, demands effective coping strategies. While we often overlook the highs, it is during the lows that unrest ripples through our existence. As a practitioner, I collaborate with my clients, providing an exceptionally non-judgmental and culturally sensitive environment. Meeting them where they are, I help navigate life’s roller coaster, empowering them to move forward.
(646) 906-8572 View (646) 906-8572
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Radical Love Counseling - Bianca Guevara, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rochester, NY 14607
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been feeling like a hot mess lately? Have you been struggling to keep up with the daily demands of adulting and life, you know, you aren't sleeping, eating all of the junk food, not attending to your work, school or family responsibilities, staring at your social media profiles for days on end and just feel like you aren't flourishing in your life? Do you feel lost and inadequate about your lot in life? Therapy can offer guidance and assistance in getting us back on track. I recognize the power of the "Non-judgmental Empathic Listener" meaning I am committed to offering you the space and the platform to be HEARD.
Have you been feeling like a hot mess lately? Have you been struggling to keep up with the daily demands of adulting and life, you know, you aren't sleeping, eating all of the junk food, not attending to your work, school or family responsibilities, staring at your social media profiles for days on end and just feel like you aren't flourishing in your life? Do you feel lost and inadequate about your lot in life? Therapy can offer guidance and assistance in getting us back on track. I recognize the power of the "Non-judgmental Empathic Listener" meaning I am committed to offering you the space and the platform to be HEARD.
(585) 312-6827 View (585) 312-6827
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Cindy Gross
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10010
When you reach out and begin therapy, you have begun an important journey of inner awareness. Each person's life story is different. It takes courage to step out of your comfort zone to seek help or answers to personal questions, doubts, or discomforts. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. I am here to help. Hello, I am Cindy Gross, a dedicated Psychotherapist weaving the tapestry of mental well-being with a unique fusion of Eastern and Western philosophies. Specializing in working with young adults, I cultivate a non-judgmental therapeutic space where self-discovery and healing unfold seamlessly.
When you reach out and begin therapy, you have begun an important journey of inner awareness. Each person's life story is different. It takes courage to step out of your comfort zone to seek help or answers to personal questions, doubts, or discomforts. Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task. I am here to help. Hello, I am Cindy Gross, a dedicated Psychotherapist weaving the tapestry of mental well-being with a unique fusion of Eastern and Western philosophies. Specializing in working with young adults, I cultivate a non-judgmental therapeutic space where self-discovery and healing unfold seamlessly.
(332) 334-9915 View (332) 334-9915
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Head In the Right Direction Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Mount Kisco, NY 10549
We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Relationship woes? Existential Angst? Have a troubled teen or child in trouble? Feel stuck your life? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through this too. This is temporary. We will reach out to you, discuss your needs, and pair you with a therapist familiar with your needs. Together, you will meet, identify issues, collaborate to create a plan, follow through with some reasonable interventions, and figure out ways to make the changes last.
We have been helping people learn how to make the changes they want since 2008. Relationship woes? Existential Angst? Have a troubled teen or child in trouble? Feel stuck your life? You are not alone. There are other people out here going through this too. This is temporary. We will reach out to you, discuss your needs, and pair you with a therapist familiar with your needs. Together, you will meet, identify issues, collaborate to create a plan, follow through with some reasonable interventions, and figure out ways to make the changes last.
(646) 819-0218 View (646) 819-0218
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Footprints to Feel Better
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10459
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
Rize-Up Together was started by three women of The Bronx who realized that often times the services provided to low socio-economic communities is lacking quality care. We noticed these communities where confronted with long wait times, disrespectful admins, and subpar treatment. The one and only purpose was to exploit the community for profit without providing the level of care deserved. Rize-Up Together began from the inspiration to provide quality mental health care to the poorest of communities and treating the clients of this community the same way a rich patient would be treated in a clinic treating affluent clients.
(718) 550-8535 View (718) 550-8535
Intercity Psychotherapy Services LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11209
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
Mental health program that addresses the needs of adults, adolescents, children, and families. The program encompasses a broad range of areas, including individual and family counseling, substance use and youth development. Its purpose is to provide mental health services to individuals impacted by psychological and emotional disturbances.
(929) 262-6744 View (929) 262-6744
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The Bridge Therapy LCSW-R,PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Binghamton, NY 13901
The Bridge Therapy's mental health practice understands the desire for privacy and the assurances we all need when we reach out for help. Our professional services are direct, client centered and treatment-focused. We feel confident that they are the type of services that can help folks get better as they are getting well. I believe that a person’s innate self-healing is cultivated and activated by relationships, resources, dialogue, respect, and care. My belief is that personal healing and success can mean life doesn’t always feel that hard, that it may feel easier, and that some comfort and relief might be felt.
The Bridge Therapy's mental health practice understands the desire for privacy and the assurances we all need when we reach out for help. Our professional services are direct, client centered and treatment-focused. We feel confident that they are the type of services that can help folks get better as they are getting well. I believe that a person’s innate self-healing is cultivated and activated by relationships, resources, dialogue, respect, and care. My belief is that personal healing and success can mean life doesn’t always feel that hard, that it may feel easier, and that some comfort and relief might be felt.
(607) 258-1131 View (607) 258-1131
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Michaela Laird
R-DMT, LCAT-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11229  (Online Only)
Have you ever felt paralyzed by your emotions or thoughts? Is it ever difficult to sort through them or even identify them? Have you experienced trauma that is difficult to talk about? Maybe you need to do more than talk about it. We experience thoughts, emotions, stress, and trauma on a body level. I can help you move through that paralyzing fear, navigate through trauma, and let go of stress. Let's work together on developing a practice that will help you cope and work through your struggles.
Have you ever felt paralyzed by your emotions or thoughts? Is it ever difficult to sort through them or even identify them? Have you experienced trauma that is difficult to talk about? Maybe you need to do more than talk about it. We experience thoughts, emotions, stress, and trauma on a body level. I can help you move through that paralyzing fear, navigate through trauma, and let go of stress. Let's work together on developing a practice that will help you cope and work through your struggles.
(718) 808-9554 View (718) 808-9554
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Jahashia Morrison
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10456  (Online Only)
My ideal client wants to feel happier, healthier, and more fulfilled in their life. They may want to develop better coping skills, improve their relationships, or gain a better understanding of themselves and their emotions. They are motivated to make changes because they want to live a more satisfying and meaningful life, and they understand that therapy can help them achieve these goals.
My ideal client wants to feel happier, healthier, and more fulfilled in their life. They may want to develop better coping skills, improve their relationships, or gain a better understanding of themselves and their emotions. They are motivated to make changes because they want to live a more satisfying and meaningful life, and they understand that therapy can help them achieve these goals.
(347) 334-5365 View (347) 334-5365
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Turning Leaf Counseling Services Pllc
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Hello, I am Krystal Gleason, LMHC representing Turning leaf counseling Services. PLLC.. We have several clinicians available and offer telehealth or in-person counseling services in two locations for children, teens, adults, families and couples. We assist each client to develop goals and treatment plans that support prevention, wellness, and resilience. We utilize evidence based counseling treatment modalities that are best suited to fit each client's needs. We are passionate about delivering individualized and holistic counseling to help people live a better life.
Hello, I am Krystal Gleason, LMHC representing Turning leaf counseling Services. PLLC.. We have several clinicians available and offer telehealth or in-person counseling services in two locations for children, teens, adults, families and couples. We assist each client to develop goals and treatment plans that support prevention, wellness, and resilience. We utilize evidence based counseling treatment modalities that are best suited to fit each client's needs. We are passionate about delivering individualized and holistic counseling to help people live a better life.
(518) 338-3117 View (518) 338-3117
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Neil T Hertzler
MHC-P
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Skaneateles, NY 13152
Are you a New York level professional executive? Are you seeking a therapist who understands the unique demands of a senior level professional? Look no further; by successfully completing two careers, I am uniquly equipped to provide mental health for executives.
Are you a New York level professional executive? Are you seeking a therapist who understands the unique demands of a senior level professional? Look no further; by successfully completing two careers, I am uniquly equipped to provide mental health for executives.
(315) 743-5067 View (315) 743-5067
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Samantha Jacobs
MHC-LP, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Commack, NY 11725
Life is full of stressors, whether unexpected or planned. It is my goal to provide a safe, warm, supportive and judgement-free space for you to feel heard and understood. We will work collaboratively to build the necessary skills to help you face and overcome these daily stressors or mental health issues that may impact your overall functioning.
Life is full of stressors, whether unexpected or planned. It is my goal to provide a safe, warm, supportive and judgement-free space for you to feel heard and understood. We will work collaboratively to build the necessary skills to help you face and overcome these daily stressors or mental health issues that may impact your overall functioning.
(631) 776-4790 View (631) 776-4790
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Magdala Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11236  (Online Only)
Self-betterment is an investment that is aligned with self-love and positive reinforcement. I believe that identifying the underlying issues is imperative to effectively manage and increase your resilience against daily stressors. My ultimate goal is to build a trusting client-therapist relationship that will promote change and lead to a positive psychotherapy outcome.
Self-betterment is an investment that is aligned with self-love and positive reinforcement. I believe that identifying the underlying issues is imperative to effectively manage and increase your resilience against daily stressors. My ultimate goal is to build a trusting client-therapist relationship that will promote change and lead to a positive psychotherapy outcome.
(917) 451-7738 View (917) 451-7738
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High Point Applied Behavior Analysis
LMSW, LBA, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rhinebeck, NY 12572
Dedicated to empowering individuals on the Autism spectrum, High Point ABA provides high quality services to children and families using the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Through individualized treatment and goal-setting, we aim to promote skills that are important to your family. High Point ABA believes deeply in collaboration with caregivers and other service providers. While we may be experts in behavior, you are experts on your child. It is through our shared expertise that we create lasting, positive outcomes.
Dedicated to empowering individuals on the Autism spectrum, High Point ABA provides high quality services to children and families using the science of Applied Behavior Analysis. Through individualized treatment and goal-setting, we aim to promote skills that are important to your family. High Point ABA believes deeply in collaboration with caregivers and other service providers. While we may be experts in behavior, you are experts on your child. It is through our shared expertise that we create lasting, positive outcomes.
(845) 209-1170 View (845) 209-1170
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Peter Vietze
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10002
I began practicing in Maryland in 1978. I resumed practicing in New York in 2004 and added an office in New Jersey in 2013. My practice covers a broad age range from 2-90. I am most comfortable treating adults with a variety of mental health issues. I also see couples and do family therapy. In addition, I have done play therapy with children. I am also comfortable conducting psychological evaluations of children ranging in age from a year to 21 years. I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
I began practicing in Maryland in 1978. I resumed practicing in New York in 2004 and added an office in New Jersey in 2013. My practice covers a broad age range from 2-90. I am most comfortable treating adults with a variety of mental health issues. I also see couples and do family therapy. In addition, I have done play therapy with children. I am also comfortable conducting psychological evaluations of children ranging in age from a year to 21 years. I am an expert in developmental disabilities including autism spectrum disorders.
(347) 673-0206 View (347) 673-0206
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Tony Ortega
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11241
If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary or questioning, this is the practice for your needs. I am a psychologist who helps you work through thoughts and feelings that are not working for you and develop an action plan to create a life beyond your wildest dreams. I use my skills to help clients feel better so they can choose to make significant changes in their lives. My goals are to remove the obstacles to your accessing your internal power so that you can rewrite your stories, find your voice and live authentically.
If you identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, non-binary or questioning, this is the practice for your needs. I am a psychologist who helps you work through thoughts and feelings that are not working for you and develop an action plan to create a life beyond your wildest dreams. I use my skills to help clients feel better so they can choose to make significant changes in their lives. My goals are to remove the obstacles to your accessing your internal power so that you can rewrite your stories, find your voice and live authentically.
(347) 682-3807 View (347) 682-3807
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Sam Rosenthal
MHC-LP, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
Waitlist for new clients
You are one step closer to living a better life. If you are dealing with low self-esteem, relationship problems, LGBTQ+ issues, career stress, or life transitions, I am here to help. I work with people from a span of backgrounds and specialize in issues related to anxiety, depression, intersecting identities, Gay couples and families, and childhood trauma. My goal in working with adults, teens, couples, and families is to create a collaborative and affirming space where you can voice your struggles and find a deeper understanding of your thoughts and feelings.
You are one step closer to living a better life. If you are dealing with low self-esteem, relationship problems, LGBTQ+ issues, career stress, or life transitions, I am here to help. I work with people from a span of backgrounds and specialize in issues related to anxiety, depression, intersecting identities, Gay couples and families, and childhood trauma. My goal in working with adults, teens, couples, and families is to create a collaborative and affirming space where you can voice your struggles and find a deeper understanding of your thoughts and feelings.
(929) 323-4241 View (929) 323-4241
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Menucha Banayan
Counselor, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11213
Life comes with many different challenges and stressors and you may find yourself wanting to learn how to navigate these stressors effectively, or maybe, you have a big life event that you’d like to process. Congrats on taking the first step to starting therapy!
Life comes with many different challenges and stressors and you may find yourself wanting to learn how to navigate these stressors effectively, or maybe, you have a big life event that you’d like to process. Congrats on taking the first step to starting therapy!
(929) 547-9372 View (929) 547-9372
Culturally Sensitive Therapists

How does culturally sensitive therapy work?

A culturally sensitive therapist will tailor their approach to therapy based on the individual client’s background. This may include changing their style of interaction (asking open-ended questions vs. being the “expert” voice), their affect (seeming warm or “neutral”), how much personal information they disclose about themselves, and more. It’s also important for a culturally sensitive therapist to acknowledge larger societal forces that may impact their client due to the client’s background.

How effective is culturally sensitive therapy?

Some professionals have expressed concern about highlighting cultural differences in therapy, suggesting that it might promote stereotypes and harm the therapeutic bond; however, many experts agree that cultural sensitivity tends to strengthen the connection between therapist and client and help clients feel heard and understood. A culturally sensitive approach to therapy can be especially helpful for those not in the cultural majority, especially when combined with proven therapies like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).

What are the limitations of a culturally sensitive approach to therapy?

While being culturally sensitive is generally a valuable skill to have, a therapist cannot treat every client from a similar background the same way. Each client is an individual with their own values, personal preferences, and life experiences that will need to be explored during therapy. In addition, it’s rare for a therapist and client to have identical backgrounds, so there may be some cross-cultural differences to navigate during therapy, but a culturally sensitive therapist can do so with empathy and respect.

Can culturally sensitive therapy be done online?

Yes, online therapy using a culturally sensitive approach can be beneficial. Therapy can sometimes be difficult to access for clients from diverse backgrounds and socioeconomic standing. The array of mental health support available through the internet makes it possible for clients to find a good therapist match regardless of where they live.