Therapists in Midtown East, New York, NY
Laura Athey-Lloyd
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
If you’ve come here, you’re likely searching for a space for your thoughts and feelings beyond what your friends, family, or partner can provide. You are looking for not only a listener and confidant, but also someone who can reflect back and help you clarify what is on your mind. In a warm, validating, and confidential space, you will gain insight into your patterns- both those that serve you well and those you wish you could change- and test out different ways of understanding and relating. Our practice includes therapists specializing in CBT, psychodynamic, internal family systems (IFS) and contemplative methods.
If you’ve come here, you’re likely searching for a space for your thoughts and feelings beyond what your friends, family, or partner can provide. You are looking for not only a listener and confidant, but also someone who can reflect back and help you clarify what is on your mind. In a warm, validating, and confidential space, you will gain insight into your patterns- both those that serve you well and those you wish you could change- and test out different ways of understanding and relating. Our practice includes therapists specializing in CBT, psychodynamic, internal family systems (IFS) and contemplative methods.
Medina Cecunjanin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
Dean DeRenzo
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
I am dedicated to guiding you on your path to emotional well-being and personal development. Specializing in depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges, I bring expertise in supporting individuals with Autism, LGBTQIA+ identities, college students, and professionals navigating various concerns. Together, we'll explore tailored strategies to address your unique needs and facilitate meaningful growth.
I am dedicated to guiding you on your path to emotional well-being and personal development. Specializing in depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges, I bring expertise in supporting individuals with Autism, LGBTQIA+ identities, college students, and professionals navigating various concerns. Together, we'll explore tailored strategies to address your unique needs and facilitate meaningful growth.
Rose N Ortiz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
Do you sometimes feel misunderstood or judged because you don't have mainstream beliefs or a cookie-cutter lifestyle? Have you hesitated going to therapy (even though a part of you would like to get a second opinion about issues that keep cropping up), because you thought the person wouldn't "get" you? Well, maybe I'm the right therapist for you. I came to NYC 1984 to see bands and explore art and then bartended in the E. Village for many years before becoming a therapist. I refuse to be pigeonholed so I won't do that with you.
Do you sometimes feel misunderstood or judged because you don't have mainstream beliefs or a cookie-cutter lifestyle? Have you hesitated going to therapy (even though a part of you would like to get a second opinion about issues that keep cropping up), because you thought the person wouldn't "get" you? Well, maybe I'm the right therapist for you. I came to NYC 1984 to see bands and explore art and then bartended in the E. Village for many years before becoming a therapist. I refuse to be pigeonholed so I won't do that with you.
Jill Backfield-Weiss
Psychologist, MS, MPhil, PhD
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Dr. Backfield-Weiss brings considerable clinical experience, intelligent understanding, emotional warmth, and thoughtful creativity to her clinical work with culturally diverse adults, couples, and families struggling with unproductive behavior patterns; unstable mood and emotional states; the pain of combined medical and psychological distress; and in helping individuals negotiate all forms of creative and emotional expression. Her experience also encompasses extensive work in the field of rehabilitation medicine, the teaching and training of doctoral students at Columbia University, and her own training in fine arts and design.
Dr. Backfield-Weiss brings considerable clinical experience, intelligent understanding, emotional warmth, and thoughtful creativity to her clinical work with culturally diverse adults, couples, and families struggling with unproductive behavior patterns; unstable mood and emotional states; the pain of combined medical and psychological distress; and in helping individuals negotiate all forms of creative and emotional expression. Her experience also encompasses extensive work in the field of rehabilitation medicine, the teaching and training of doctoral students at Columbia University, and her own training in fine arts and design.
Lexi LaShelle At Modern Talk Therapy
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMSW
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
Are you feeling anxious, disconnected, lonely, sad, or “stuck” without a way to move forward? I understand the complicated challenges people face today & can help you address the root cause of what is holding you back from being the best version of yourself. Beginning therapy is a brave step & taking the time to find the right therapist pays off. I use a relational approach to psychotherapy that starts with building a collaborative, trusting relationship & a comfortable, non-judgemental space. I view therapy as a journey of self reflection and discovery. This includes examining our relationships & experiences- both past & present.
Are you feeling anxious, disconnected, lonely, sad, or “stuck” without a way to move forward? I understand the complicated challenges people face today & can help you address the root cause of what is holding you back from being the best version of yourself. Beginning therapy is a brave step & taking the time to find the right therapist pays off. I use a relational approach to psychotherapy that starts with building a collaborative, trusting relationship & a comfortable, non-judgemental space. I view therapy as a journey of self reflection and discovery. This includes examining our relationships & experiences- both past & present.
Michaela D'Urso
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Michaela is a passionate Cognitive Behavioral therapist (which is the most effective, researched, and validated therapy to date). She will work with you to identify and change overly negative thinking and unhelpful behaviors that interfere with your mood, reaching your goals, or hampering interpersonal relationships. She works with those struggling with depression, anxiety, worry, phobias, stress, body image issues, performance anxiety, defiant behavior in children, relationship struggles, and work/school issues.
Josh Jonas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
My goal is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to explore past and present difficulties in your life. This may be an immediate life crisis you are experiencing, such as a bereavement or other loss, or perhaps you have this feeling that you want to be or to achieve more, or it may be longer standing issues. I am active in my approach and engage with my clients. I listen and help understand how past experiences or current difficulties may be affecting your life, but I also talk with you on steps that can be taken to move forward in your life.
My goal is to provide you with a safe and confidential space to explore past and present difficulties in your life. This may be an immediate life crisis you are experiencing, such as a bereavement or other loss, or perhaps you have this feeling that you want to be or to achieve more, or it may be longer standing issues. I am active in my approach and engage with my clients. I listen and help understand how past experiences or current difficulties may be affecting your life, but I also talk with you on steps that can be taken to move forward in your life.
Andrew L Stein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017
I have helped people for many years, including adolescents, adults, and the elderly with problems such as Life Crisis, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement and Loss Issues, Loneliness, OCD, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, Identity Crisis, Panic Attacks, Bipolar, and Psychosis. I strive to be sensitive to cultural and gender issues. I provide a listening, nonjudgemental ear and help the people I work with gain a new perspective on their life problems so they can thrive and not be weighed down by their past and present life experiences.
I have helped people for many years, including adolescents, adults, and the elderly with problems such as Life Crisis, Depression, Anxiety, Bereavement and Loss Issues, Loneliness, OCD, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, Identity Crisis, Panic Attacks, Bipolar, and Psychosis. I strive to be sensitive to cultural and gender issues. I provide a listening, nonjudgemental ear and help the people I work with gain a new perspective on their life problems so they can thrive and not be weighed down by their past and present life experiences.
Dr. Brant Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, JD
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
Jessica Biles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, RPT
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Sometimes, even the strongest people need support to work through challenges. My work focuses on providing an empathic space to help clients move through their pain and struggles, so they can live a fulfilling life every day, not just when the sun is shining. Whatever is troubling you, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationships, school, work, self-confidence, grief, or trauma, I can help. I draw on a range of evidence-based practices and have extensive experience working with, adults, children, adolescents, and families. I care deeply about the people I work with and offer a personable and warm approach to psychotherapy.
Sometimes, even the strongest people need support to work through challenges. My work focuses on providing an empathic space to help clients move through their pain and struggles, so they can live a fulfilling life every day, not just when the sun is shining. Whatever is troubling you, whether it’s anxiety, depression, relationships, school, work, self-confidence, grief, or trauma, I can help. I draw on a range of evidence-based practices and have extensive experience working with, adults, children, adolescents, and families. I care deeply about the people I work with and offer a personable and warm approach to psychotherapy.
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Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10151 (Online Only)
I work with individuals ages 22-38 who are struggling with racing thoughts, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and relationship issues. I help clients disentangle their thoughts, learn to cope with their stressors, improve their self-esteem, and make life transitions. Our work will teach you new coping skills, change your ways of thinking and relating to others, and resolve any past traumatic experiences that might be leaving you feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, or less connected to yourself or others. I also work with those seeking sex therapy and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
I work with individuals ages 22-38 who are struggling with racing thoughts, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, and relationship issues. I help clients disentangle their thoughts, learn to cope with their stressors, improve their self-esteem, and make life transitions. Our work will teach you new coping skills, change your ways of thinking and relating to others, and resolve any past traumatic experiences that might be leaving you feeling stagnant, overwhelmed, or less connected to yourself or others. I also work with those seeking sex therapy and members of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Josephine J Tang
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Given the complexities and demands of society today, it is inevitable that at some point in all of our lives, we will experience an emotional or challenging event. My view of therapy is that I am here to help you work through these life events. Together we will explore your situation and utilize the existing strengths within you, at your own pace, to overcome the challenges. We will together cultivate your untapped skills, insights and strengths, to enhance your ability in your approach to life.
Given the complexities and demands of society today, it is inevitable that at some point in all of our lives, we will experience an emotional or challenging event. My view of therapy is that I am here to help you work through these life events. Together we will explore your situation and utilize the existing strengths within you, at your own pace, to overcome the challenges. We will together cultivate your untapped skills, insights and strengths, to enhance your ability in your approach to life.
Elizabeth Crossfield
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained specifically as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I am easy to talk to and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained specifically as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I am easy to talk to and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Luz Vargas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Making the decision to embark in the journey of beginning therapy can be nerve racking, therefore finding the therapist that fits your needs is essential. I have experience with child, adolescents, and adult using individual, couples, family therapy from various socio-cultural-economic backgrounds. I believe, providing individuals with the access to appropriate, effective, and accessible Mental Health care can help individuals begin to accomplish their goals and thrive in their lives. I specializes in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, trauma using a holistic and strength-based approach to help clients.
Making the decision to embark in the journey of beginning therapy can be nerve racking, therefore finding the therapist that fits your needs is essential. I have experience with child, adolescents, and adult using individual, couples, family therapy from various socio-cultural-economic backgrounds. I believe, providing individuals with the access to appropriate, effective, and accessible Mental Health care can help individuals begin to accomplish their goals and thrive in their lives. I specializes in treating anxiety, depression, adjustment to life transitions, trauma using a holistic and strength-based approach to help clients.
Elizabeth Mulhare
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist in New York City with over ten years experience working in both private practice and at New York Presbyterian Hospital, treating adults with mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. I use evidence based therapies to help clients reach their goals and reduce their suffering. Clients learn to change maladaptive, self defeating patterns of thinking and behaving.
I am a psychotherapist in New York City with over ten years experience working in both private practice and at New York Presbyterian Hospital, treating adults with mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. I use evidence based therapies to help clients reach their goals and reduce their suffering. Clients learn to change maladaptive, self defeating patterns of thinking and behaving.
Scott Gillet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT, CNT
Verified Verified
Midtown East, New York, NY 10022
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
You may have wondered whether therapy could be helpful to you. I offer a complimentary consultation to answer any questions you may have. I can help you explore your feelings, provide meaning to your experience, and developing your full potential. I can help become your own therapist by increasing your awareness, learning techniques, and coping strategies to deal with life's challenges. I work well with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, relationship issues, and body image issues. Clients frequently report improved well-being early on in therapy.
Kristie Tse
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017 (Online Only)
Amidst the chaos and pressure of living in the city, life can get challenging. Whether you are looking to work through existing challenges or feel compelled to move in a new direction, I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to do it alone. It might be tempting to just figure things out yourself so that you don't appear "weak" or burden other people especially if it has worked for you in the past but there’s another way! I help high achievers overcome perfectionism that have led to burnout, chronic fear, and feeling like they’ll never be or have enough.
Amidst the chaos and pressure of living in the city, life can get challenging. Whether you are looking to work through existing challenges or feel compelled to move in a new direction, I’m here to tell you that you don’t have to do it alone. It might be tempting to just figure things out yourself so that you don't appear "weak" or burden other people especially if it has worked for you in the past but there’s another way! I help high achievers overcome perfectionism that have led to burnout, chronic fear, and feeling like they’ll never be or have enough.
Michelle Barsky
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017
No matter how much you get done, nothing feels like enough. As time has gone on maybe you've actually become less productive, no matter how hard you try to get organized. You just don't feel like yourself - you're tired, easily brought to tears, and are feeling insecure. Maybe you've had a difficult past. Sometimes, it's easier not to remember. You struggle with feeling understood, and connecting to people on a deep level. Relationships feel confusing and difficult. You wonder if you'll ever be able to heal.
No matter how much you get done, nothing feels like enough. As time has gone on maybe you've actually become less productive, no matter how hard you try to get organized. You just don't feel like yourself - you're tired, easily brought to tears, and are feeling insecure. Maybe you've had a difficult past. Sometimes, it's easier not to remember. You struggle with feeling understood, and connecting to people on a deep level. Relationships feel confusing and difficult. You wonder if you'll ever be able to heal.
Caryn Sherbet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Midtown East, New York, NY 10017
I'm a trans nonbinary therapist who specializes in helping clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and sexual trauma (and often the intersection of all three). I help clients understand that anxiety is not actually an emotion, but a way of avoiding bigger, more unpleasant feelings bubbling beneath the surface. Much of my work consists of helping folks process their grief at the existential nightmare that is the world we live in. Using mind-body therapies like IFS and ERP, I teach clients how to get in touch with these Big Feelings without being swallowed by them.
I'm a trans nonbinary therapist who specializes in helping clients navigate OCD, anxiety, and sexual trauma (and often the intersection of all three). I help clients understand that anxiety is not actually an emotion, but a way of avoiding bigger, more unpleasant feelings bubbling beneath the surface. Much of my work consists of helping folks process their grief at the existential nightmare that is the world we live in. Using mind-body therapies like IFS and ERP, I teach clients how to get in touch with these Big Feelings without being swallowed by them.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Midtown East, New York, NY
1,000+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in Midtown East, New York, NY who prioritize treating:
95% | Anxiety |
91% | Depression |
86% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Self Esteem |
68% | Trauma and PTSD |
68% | Coping Skills |
63% | Stress |
Average years in practice
15 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
76% | Aetna |
67% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
66% | Cigna and Evernorth |
How Therapists in Midtown East, New York, NY see their clients
65% | In Person and Online | |
35% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
79% | Female | |
20% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in Midtown East, New York?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.