Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260

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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 Email 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

Embrace Psychotherapy

157 Post Ave

Westbury, NY 11590 map

I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Let's Connect (845) 712-4260

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260

Embrace Psychotherapy

157 Post Ave

Westbury, NY 11590 map

I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings

$175 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals, couples and families

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $175
Couple Sessions $250

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
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Sunrest
TRICARE
Trustmark
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Web TPA
WellCare
Out of Network

We strive to make therapy accessible to everyone by accepting various payment methods, including cash & many insurance plans. Our goal is to ensure that finances are never a barrier to receiving the support you need. Please reach out with any questions, we're here to help you navigate the process.

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us 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 28 years

Additional Credentials

Certificate from Journey Clinic - Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy 2025

Seeing how imbalanced our society was, I studied for a Master of Social Work from the School of Public Health at the University of Central Florida in 2003. I became increasingly interested in the mind-body connection, and so I became a yoga therapist in 2013.

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Antisocial Personality
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Body Image
Depression
Divorce
Domestic Abuse
Drug Abuse
Grief
LGBTQ+
Life Coaching
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
Parenting
Peer Relationships
Racial Identity
Relationship Issues
School Issues
Self-Harming
Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
Spirituality
Substance Use
Trauma and PTSD
Veterans
Women's Issues

My treatment methods are rooted in the philosophies pertaining to bio-psycho-spiritual-social guidelines and use a client-centered, strength-based perspective which includes such modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy, (DBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Behavior Modification.

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Client Focus

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Age

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples ,

Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Blind Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Sex Worker Allied ,

Single Parent ,

Transgender Allied

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Coaching
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Emotionally Focused
Family / Marital
Family Systems
Feminist
Gottman Method
Interpersonal
Ketamine-Assisted
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Motivational Interviewing
Multicultural
Strength-Based
Trauma Focused

We start with a free consultation providing an outline of your concerns in real time. We then complete a bio-psycho-spiritual-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 challenges and life transitions.

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call or Email us for a free 15 minute consultation now - (845) 712-4260

Groups

Rockland County Counseling

Hosted by

Elena Hernandez

Rockland County Counseling is the woman minority owned group practice operated by Elena. Elena supports the therapists in this practice weekly by promoting multidisciplinary efforts offering an increase in insight and oversight of the clients we serve. This modality allows for an increase in analysis and expertise to be collectively experienced increasing efficacy for all served.

Location

157 Post Avenue

Westbury, NY 11590

Email Elena Hernandez about this group or call - (845) 712-4260

Location

Primary Location

Nyack, NY 10960

(845) 712-4260

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Additional Location

Embrace Psychotherapy

157 Post Ave

Westbury, NY 11590

(845) 712-4260

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Cities

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I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (845) 712-4260

I offer therapy sessions in-person or online via video. I'm available most weekdays and in the evenings

Embrace Psychotherapy

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (845) 712-4260

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