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Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Local Therapist

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Astoria, NY 11105
Let's Connect (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
With over two decades of experience, Nneka Symister is a dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker renowned for her commitment to empowering individuals, families, and communities. Her expertise spans a wide array of populations, couples, men , the LGBTQIA+ community, and women and couples navigating the complexities of perinatal mood and anxiety disorders, miscarriage, and loss.
Ms. Symister’s therapeutic approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, and mindfulness.
Call or My Local Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 305-1961

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Astoria, NY 11105

(929) 305-1961
I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Marital and Premarital and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Astoria, NY 11105

(929) 305-1961
I specialize in Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum, Marital and Premarital and Life Transitions 
$150 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $150
  • Couple Sessions $300

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I am network for several insurance carriers and I also provide a superbill for my out of network clients.
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 305-1961
"
I am network for several insurance carriers and I also provide a superbill for my out of network clients.
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 305-1961

Qualifications

    Clinical Social Work/Therapist: Nneka Symister

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 088315 Nneka Symister
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 12 years
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (929) 305-1961

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (929) 305-1961

Endorsement

Lauren Radil
Lauren Radil
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Nneka is a warm, genuine and compassionate Psychotherapist. Her skill set, knowledge and guidance will help you navigate any life changes or difficult times. I learned so many gems from her, honored to have been her co-worker!

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Gay Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Black and African American
Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Family / Marital
  • Integrative
  • Interpersonal
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Strength-Based
  • Structural Family Therapy
  • Trauma Focused
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (929) 305-1961

Location

Primary Location

Astoria, NY 11105

(929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 305-1961
Photo of Nneka Symister - My Local Therapist, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
My Local Therapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 305-1961