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Available both in-person and online
202 West 40th Street New York, NY 10018
You’re exhausted from feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and “too much” or “too sensitive”. You’ve always been the one who noticed everything - others’ moods, unspoken tension, what needed to be done - and stepped up before anyone asked. Over time, that deep sensitivity turned into overthinking and people-pleasing. Imagine if you could fall asleep peacefully without thinking about that one text message for hours. Imagine if you could state your boundaries without giving yourself a tension headache. Imagine if you could joyfully spend time with your kid or your partner without being totally disconnected.
Together we’ll go deeper than just talking. Using music, guided imagery & somatic tools you'll shift your familiar patterns and access true calm and confidence. We'll laugh, curse, rage against the patriarchy, and reclaim your power together. I'm not a "vanilla, just-nod-and-smile" sort of therapist because no one has time for that kind of BS in 2026.
No music experience needed - just a desire to deeply explore and heal. Book your free 20-minute intro call today to see if we’re a good fit. I’d love to support you!
Call or Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 762-1238

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

202 West 40th Street

New York, NY 10018 map

(646) 762-1238

Scarsdale, NY 10583

Website
I have availability for new clients - either in my Midtown Manhattan office or online (you must be located in NY). Reach out today!
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Highly Sensitive People (HSP) 
$250 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I love helping women move from anxious and overwhelmed to confident and badass - reach out today to get started!
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Let's Connect (646) 762-1238
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

202 West 40th Street

New York, NY 10018 map

(646) 762-1238

Scarsdale, NY 10583

Website
I have availability for new clients - either in my Midtown Manhattan office or online (you must be located in NY). Reach out today!
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Highly Sensitive People (HSP) 
$250 Per Session  
Individual one-on-one therapy 
I love helping women move from anxious and overwhelmed to confident and badass - reach out today to get started!
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $250
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Out of Network
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If you have out-of-network benefits, I'm happy to give you a monthly superbill to submit for possible reimbursement. I also accept credit/debit & HSA/FSA cards. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I reserve a few sliding scale spots in my practice - please email to inquire!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238
"
If you have out-of-network benefits, I'm happy to give you a monthly superbill to submit for possible reimbursement. I also accept credit/debit & HSA/FSA cards. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. I reserve a few sliding scale spots in my practice - please email to inquire!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238

Qualifications

    Creative Arts Therapist: Maya Benattar

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 001407 Maya Benattar
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 17 years
  • Attended New York University, Master of Arts, Graduated 2009
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from Certification Board for Music Therapists (CBMT) 08318 / 2007
  • Certificate from Institute for Music & Consciousness - Levels 1 & 2 / Music & Imagery Therapist 2019
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I have over 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I'm a licensed creative arts therapist (LCAT) in NY & have a Masters degree from New York University. I've completed extensive post-graduate training in vocal psychotherapy, creative arts & trauma treatment, and Music and Imagery.
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238
"
I have over 15 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I'm a licensed creative arts therapist (LCAT) in NY & have a Masters degree from New York University. I've completed extensive post-graduate training in vocal psychotherapy, creative arts & trauma treatment, and Music and Imagery.
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Highly Sensitive People (HSP)

Expertise

  • Children of Immigrants
  • Family Conflict
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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My therapy sessions are a blend of creativity, nervous system healing and talking. You'll deepen your resilience & also process long-held "stuff" around anxiety, perfectionism, sensitivity, and criticism (from yourself & others). We'll integrate imagery, breathwork, simple creative exercises, deep music listening & other holistic techniques to help you both dive deep & find tangible relief soon.
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238
"
My therapy sessions are a blend of creativity, nervous system healing and talking. You'll deepen your resilience & also process long-held "stuff" around anxiety, perfectionism, sensitivity, and criticism (from yourself & others). We'll integrate imagery, breathwork, simple creative exercises, deep music listening & other holistic techniques to help you both dive deep & find tangible relief soon.
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238

9 Endorsements

Anna Dziechowski
Anna Dziechowski
Creative Arts TherapistLCAT
Maya is a wonderful creative arts therapist! She helps people advocate for themselves, and learn new ways to regulate anxiety.
Julie Newman
Julie Newman
CounselorLMHCLPC
Maya is a compassionate and innovative therapist who offers powerful alternative methods of emotional expression and processing through music and instruments. Maya's ability to blend art therapy with empathy makes her a truly exceptional therapist.
Dr. Heather Stevenson
Dr. Heather Stevenson
PsychologistPsyD
Maya is a very skilled, knowledgable, and compassionate provider. She cares deeply about her work and helping highly sensitive individuals, and truly understands the struggles that can present for these individuals.
Julia Marcus
Julia Marcus
Art TherapistLCAT
Maya is a compassionate and highly skilled therapist specializing in HSPs and anxiety. Her authenticity, combined with her creative and somatic approaches, proves that therapy doesn't have to be dry or overly clinical to be deeply effective.
Kate Ringwood
Kate Ringwood
CounselorMALPC
Maya specializes in helping highly sensitive and anxious women and is amazing at reconnecting them with a sense of steadiness and confidence. She is creative in incorporating deep nervous sytem work, authenticity and imagery.
Brittany Sallaberry
Brittany Sallaberry
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSWPMH-C
I love recommending Maya. Her creative, somatic approach to working with anxious and highly sensitive women is unlike anything else out there - she helps people access calm on a nervous system level, not just intellectually.
Adriane T. Wilk
Adriane T. Wilk
Licensed Clinical Professional CounselorLCPCLMHC
Maya provides an authentic space using music therapy to treat complex trauma. With extensive knowledge of generational trauma, she equips clients with creative, targeted tools to reduce chronic anxiety, overcome symptoms, and achieve long-term healing.
Katie Egge
Katie Egge
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFT
Maya creates a space where you can fully be yourself without judgment. She combines psychotherapy with creative arts therapy to help people move beyond overthinking, anxiety, perfectionism, and old wounds using practical tools that truly help.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Expressive Arts
  • Feminist
  • Humanistic
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Music Therapy
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Somatic
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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In our sessions, we'll explore the stories you hold, understand how your anxiety impacts your life, and use transformative approaches like Music & Imagery to explore and understand your inner world and learn to show up with the authentic confidence you crave. No music experience needed!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238
"
In our sessions, we'll explore the stories you hold, understand how your anxiety impacts your life, and use transformative approaches like Music & Imagery to explore and understand your inner world and learn to show up with the authentic confidence you crave. No music experience needed!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 762-1238

Location

Primary Location

202 West 40th Street

New York, NY 10018

(646) 762-1238

Additional Location

Scarsdale, NY 10583

(646) 762-1238
"
I have availability for new clients - either in my Midtown Manhattan office or online (you must be located in NY). Reach out today!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 762-1238
"
I have availability for new clients - either in my Midtown Manhattan office or online (you must be located in NY). Reach out today!
Photo of Maya Benattar - Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist, Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Maya Benattar Anxiety and HSP Specialist
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, LCAT, MT-BC
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 762-1238