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Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
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Josephine (Qf) Dai

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd (she, her)

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Available both in-person and online
Brooklyn, NY 11237
I work with teens and adults, some of whom come from emotionally complex families and appear capable on the outside but feel anxious, stuck, overthinking, unseen internally, and stressed about the future, school, work, and relationships. They may be navigating shame, identity shifts, perfectionism, or difficulty setting boundaries. They are ready or motivated to move beyond surface-level coping and are open to insight, emotional depth, and gentle challenge. They seek therapy to learn about themselves, build self-trust, discernment, process loss, and live more intentionally with clearer boundaries and stronger internal stability.
My approach is eclectic, insight-oriented, process-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive. While providing tools to help with emotion management, I encourage my clients to look back to their past experiences and bridge the now and then.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. My goal is to do my best to make you feel welcome and comfortable, and to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and warm environment where you feel comfortable staying. No matter whether therapy is for you or not, I value you taking the time to at least try.
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My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Avenues Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11237

I offer both therapy sessions in-person or online via Google Meet. I hope to form a warm, secure, and meaninful relationship with you.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Family Conflict 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Connect with Josephine (Qf) Dai
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Avenues Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11237

I offer both therapy sessions in-person or online via Google Meet. I hope to form a warm, secure, and meaninful relationship with you.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Relationship Issues and Family Conflict 
$180 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $180
  • Couple Sessions $180
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • HealthFirst
  • HIP | Health Plan of New York
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am in-network with major insurance plans. For copay with a specific insurance plan, please feel free to reach out to the site admin for more details. We're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
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Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.
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I am in-network with major insurance plans. For copay with a specific insurance plan, please feel free to reach out to the site admin for more details. We're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
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Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of New York / P140054 Supervised by Zhuofan Chen (New York / 016845) Josephine Qiaofei Dai
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Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.
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Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience.

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Relationship Issues
  • Family Conflict

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxiety
  • Culture Adaptation
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Mood Disorders
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Women's Issues
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I work with clients who may struggle with identity shifts, cultural adaptation, depression, (social) anxiety, or trauma related to their past experiences. I also work with clients who struggle with performance with their adult ADHD and recent and long-lasting grief. With a stable therapeutic relationship, most of my clients whos improvement in their performance and cognition with their own issues.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.
"
I work with clients who may struggle with identity shifts, cultural adaptation, depression, (social) anxiety, or trauma related to their past experiences. I also work with clients who struggle with performance with their adult ADHD and recent and long-lasting grief. With a stable therapeutic relationship, most of my clients whos improvement in their performance and cognition with their own issues.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.

3 Endorsements

Uchenna Ogechukwu
Uchenna Ogechukwu
Pre-Licensed ProfessionalMSEduMHC
Josephine is an incredible counselor who I have had the pleasure of working with. She provides client-centered care and makes sure each of her clients feel seen, heard, and understood!
Seoungyeun Chang
Seoungyeun Chang
MHC-LP
Josephine is an empathetic and culturally sensitive clinician who supports clients in building self-trust, clarity, and stronger boundaries. She is a deeply thoughtful, insight-oriented therapist who creates a safe space for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Cantonese
Mandarin

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Aviation Professionals
Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Little Person Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Asian

I also speak

Cantonese
Mandarin

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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I use an integrative approach that includes a person-centered, CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed, and psychodynamic approach. Collaboration and tailored treatment are values I prioritize, and we can work together to make the treatment a best fit for you.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.
"
I use an integrative approach that includes a person-centered, CBT, DBT, Trauma-Informed, and psychodynamic approach. Collaboration and tailored treatment are values I prioritize, and we can work together to make the treatment a best fit for you.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
with questions.

Location

Primary Location

Avenues Mental Health Counseling PLLC

Brooklyn, NY 11237

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I offer both therapy sessions in-person or online via Google Meet. I hope to form a warm, secure, and meaninful relationship with you.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
"
I offer both therapy sessions in-person or online via Google Meet. I hope to form a warm, secure, and meaninful relationship with you.
Photo of Josephine (Qf) Dai, Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd
Josephine (Qf) Dai
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP, MSEd