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Available both in-person and online
Nyack, NY 10960
You don't have to do this alone. At Embrace Psychotherapy, we believe healing happens when you feel seen in your authenticity, supported in your transitions, and understood through thoughtful communication. You’ve already shown strength by seeking guidance. Now it’s about building on that strength by learning the tools and developing insight to feel more grounded and whole. To Embrace Psychotherapy, there needs to be a readiness; a willingness and a commitment to a life of balance and resilience. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, burnout, relationship challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed, we’re here to help you.
We provide safe, inclusive, and personalized treatments in a caring, holistic way—designed to help you move forward and feel heard. Our experienced team takes the time to understand your unique mental health and wellness goals, offering support that’s as individual as you are.
Ready to take the first step toward your goals? Call or email today for a free consultation. Let's connect and spend some time together uncovering your vision for the future—I'm excited to help you get started!
Call or Embrace Psychotherapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (845) 712-4260

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260
Website
Therapy that fits your life—in-person or virtual, with weekday & evening availability for support that feels consistent and sustainable.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (845) 712-4260
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260
Website
Therapy that fits your life—in-person or virtual, with weekday & evening availability for support that feels consistent and sustainable.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Depression 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Couple Sessions $225

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle

Insurance

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
  • Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Sunrest
  • TRICARE
  • Trustmark Benefits
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Web TPA
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
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Healing should feel within reach. We accept many insurance plans and offer support to help you move through the process with clarity and ease.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260
"
Healing should feel within reach. We accept many insurance plans and offer support to help you move through the process with clarity and ease.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Elena Hernandez

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 09388601 Elena Hernandez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 29 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from State of New Jersey 44SC06143200 / 2026
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MSW, University of Central Florida (2003). Yoga Therapist (RYT-250), Long Island Yoga School (2013). Licensed in NY & NJ. PhD Candidate, Saybrook University.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260
"
MSW, University of Central Florida (2003). Yoga Therapist (RYT-250), Long Island Yoga School (2013). Licensed in NY & NJ. PhD Candidate, Saybrook University.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Depression

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Antisocial Personality
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Divorce
  • Drug Abuse
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Parenting
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive & Kink Friendly
  • Substance Use
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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My work is grounded in a biopsychosocial, client-centered, and strength-based approach. I integrate modalities such as CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing, while also incorporating Gottman and Imago methods to support deeper connection and relational healing.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260
"
My work is grounded in a biopsychosocial, client-centered, and strength-based approach. I integrate modalities such as CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, and Motivational Interviewing, while also incorporating Gottman and Imago methods to support deeper connection and relational healing.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Endorsement

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LP-MHC
I confidently recommend Elena - their clients feel seen, understood, and supported.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Family Systems
  • Gottman Method
  • Imago
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Interpersonal
  • Ketamine-Assisted
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We start with a free consultation providing an outline of your concerns in real time. We then complete a bio-psycho-social to help us move through a framework of your life forming a deeper understanding of your overall construct. We then use both CBT and DBT to treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem, substance use, adolescent/adult challenges and life transitions.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260
"
We start with a free consultation providing an outline of your concerns in real time. We then complete a bio-psycho-social to help us move through a framework of your life forming a deeper understanding of your overall construct. We then use both CBT and DBT to treat PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, self-esteem, substance use, adolescent/adult challenges and life transitions.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Groups


Location

Primary Location

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260
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Therapy that fits your life—in-person or virtual, with weekday & evening availability for support that feels consistent and sustainable.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 712-4260
"
Therapy that fits your life—in-person or virtual, with weekday & evening availability for support that feels consistent and sustainable.
Photo of Elena Hernandez - Embrace Psychotherapy, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Embrace Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (845) 712-4260