Therapists in Forest Hills, NY
Lydia draws on a warm, grounded approach to help clients feel understood and supported from the very first session. Her previous clinical experience has focused on anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. She also concentrates on transitions, grief, immigration, school/work-related issues and LGBTQ+ affirming care. While Lydia utilizes various clinical modalities to offer a high level of care, she recognizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and endeavors to build a safe space that honors each person's humanity and positionality. She is committed to serving her communities and clients.
Lydia draws on a warm, grounded approach to help clients feel understood and supported from the very first session. Her previous clinical experience has focused on anxiety, depression, and trauma-related concerns. She also concentrates on transitions, grief, immigration, school/work-related issues and LGBTQ+ affirming care. While Lydia utilizes various clinical modalities to offer a high level of care, she recognizes the importance of the therapeutic relationship and endeavors to build a safe space that honors each person's humanity and positionality. She is committed to serving her communities and clients.
Therapy is probably one of the hardest and most intimate things that you will do, however, it is also the most rewarding when you start to see the transformation you've been wanting to see. Those who want to understand themselves better, communicate more clearly, and feel more grounded in their daily lives will be able to see an increase in self-esteem, improvement in relationships, enhanced work, productivity/performance, and an overall quality of life. I am here to listen, educate, support, and provide a safe and comfortable environment for any discomfort or challenges that may rise.
Therapy is probably one of the hardest and most intimate things that you will do, however, it is also the most rewarding when you start to see the transformation you've been wanting to see. Those who want to understand themselves better, communicate more clearly, and feel more grounded in their daily lives will be able to see an increase in self-esteem, improvement in relationships, enhanced work, productivity/performance, and an overall quality of life. I am here to listen, educate, support, and provide a safe and comfortable environment for any discomfort or challenges that may rise.
Children, teens, and adults may come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or life changes. I am a clinical master's level intern at Discovery Mental Health Counseling and a graduate student at Niagara University, and I offer a supportive space to explore what they are experiencing. I work with clients to understand their needs, build coping skills, and move toward changes that feel meaningful to them.
Children, teens, and adults may come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by trauma, anxiety, or life changes. I am a clinical master's level intern at Discovery Mental Health Counseling and a graduate student at Niagara University, and I offer a supportive space to explore what they are experiencing. I work with clients to understand their needs, build coping skills, and move toward changes that feel meaningful to them.
I see myself as a psychotherapist who is there to help, guide, and support the exploration of emotional patterns. Employing an insight -oriented and cognitive behavioral approach, I work with a wide spectrum of emotional difficulties, ranging from brief crises in life to more ingrained longstanding problems such as self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, intimacy, and acculturation issues.
I see myself as a psychotherapist who is there to help, guide, and support the exploration of emotional patterns. Employing an insight -oriented and cognitive behavioral approach, I work with a wide spectrum of emotional difficulties, ranging from brief crises in life to more ingrained longstanding problems such as self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, intimacy, and acculturation issues.
Have you struggled with managing triggers to everyday events and are not sure what they are connnected to? Have you experienced a possible traumatic or significant event in your life that keeps impacting you in a multitude of ways that you would like to find a way to confront these memories so that you can develop a different sense of self? Learning how to navigate your triggers and have a better understanding of how that impacts you in order to heal that inner self is something that we can work on together. To accommodate busy professional and school schedules, I offer convenient weekend appointments.
Have you struggled with managing triggers to everyday events and are not sure what they are connnected to? Have you experienced a possible traumatic or significant event in your life that keeps impacting you in a multitude of ways that you would like to find a way to confront these memories so that you can develop a different sense of self? Learning how to navigate your triggers and have a better understanding of how that impacts you in order to heal that inner self is something that we can work on together. To accommodate busy professional and school schedules, I offer convenient weekend appointments.
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum, a recognized expert in the treatment of marital, personal & family problems, is an astute listener. Talented & effective in communicating meaningful thoughts in helpful language, she is welcoming & enlightening in her sessions. Working effectively with individuals, couples & children, her rich multi-cultural background lends depth & texture to her interactions. Her specialties include creating empathic bonds with pre-adolescents & adolescents, enabling them to mature & grow holistically. Some of Dr.Mandelbaum's other specialties involve emotional intimacy, conflict resolution, recombined families, & addictive behavior. An experienced, licensed psychologist, her training has been approved by the American Psychological Association.
Dr. Sara Mandelbaum, a recognized expert in the treatment of marital, personal & family problems, is an astute listener. Talented & effective in communicating meaningful thoughts in helpful language, she is welcoming & enlightening in her sessions. Working effectively with individuals, couples & children, her rich multi-cultural background lends depth & texture to her interactions. Her specialties include creating empathic bonds with pre-adolescents & adolescents, enabling them to mature & grow holistically. Some of Dr.Mandelbaum's other specialties involve emotional intimacy, conflict resolution, recombined families, & addictive behavior. An experienced, licensed psychologist, her training has been approved by the American Psychological Association.
Mentoring couples counselors and practicing as a couples counselor himself since 1978, Hal firmly believes that trust is the bedrock of a successful relationship. It fosters effective communication and resolves conflicts. Leveraging his decades of experience, Hal cultivates strategies and techniques to help couples rebuild trust and fortify their connection. One of his fundamental teachings centers around the significance of vulnerability in a relationship. He encourages couples to share their deepest fears and insecurities, creating a safe environment where both partners feel heard and understood.
Mentoring couples counselors and practicing as a couples counselor himself since 1978, Hal firmly believes that trust is the bedrock of a successful relationship. It fosters effective communication and resolves conflicts. Leveraging his decades of experience, Hal cultivates strategies and techniques to help couples rebuild trust and fortify their connection. One of his fundamental teachings centers around the significance of vulnerability in a relationship. He encourages couples to share their deepest fears and insecurities, creating a safe environment where both partners feel heard and understood.
I will work with you to gain insight into what might be holding you back from having a more fulfilling life. Together we will set goals. Feeling better about oneself involves recognizing one's value and letting go of unrealistic expectations of self and others. I will support your efforts to become a better advocate for your own needs. My patients trust that I care about their struggles and they are comfortable talking about their concerns knowing I am listening attentively in a non judgmental manner.
I will work with you to gain insight into what might be holding you back from having a more fulfilling life. Together we will set goals. Feeling better about oneself involves recognizing one's value and letting go of unrealistic expectations of self and others. I will support your efforts to become a better advocate for your own needs. My patients trust that I care about their struggles and they are comfortable talking about their concerns knowing I am listening attentively in a non judgmental manner.
I meet with teens and adults who've been through a lot - intimate partner or domestic violence, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and the many ways mental health shows up across different identities and life situations. You might be managing patterns that complicate relationships or self-understanding, dealing with immigration stress, cultural or family expectations, or intergenerational pressures. Perhaps you need to sort through your relationship with faith, wrestling with doubt, deepening your conviction, or navigating a religious context that both helps and hurts. Together we will address your challenges at your pace.
I meet with teens and adults who've been through a lot - intimate partner or domestic violence, complex trauma, anxiety, depression, and the many ways mental health shows up across different identities and life situations. You might be managing patterns that complicate relationships or self-understanding, dealing with immigration stress, cultural or family expectations, or intergenerational pressures. Perhaps you need to sort through your relationship with faith, wrestling with doubt, deepening your conviction, or navigating a religious context that both helps and hurts. Together we will address your challenges at your pace.
Jonathan Glickman, Psy.D. is a New York-based licensed psychologist with over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field. Jonathan’s expertise is primarily in individual psychodynamic psychotherapy and personality assessment for adults and adolescents, with additional training in neuropsychological and Therapeutic Assessment, as well as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches to treating psychological disorders.
Jonathan Glickman, Psy.D. is a New York-based licensed psychologist with over ten years of clinical experience in the mental health field. Jonathan’s expertise is primarily in individual psychodynamic psychotherapy and personality assessment for adults and adolescents, with additional training in neuropsychological and Therapeutic Assessment, as well as CBT, DBT, and mindfulness-based approaches to treating psychological disorders.
Our mental health consists of many components: our biology, our psychology, our social environments, and our spiritual lives. Because of the diverse range of human experience, mental health does not benefit from a one-size-fits all therapy, but rather from creative approaches to treatment. I believe that creativity and mental health are interrelated through their joint emphasis on humanism and empathy. This approach means meeting clients where they already are, using humility, radical acceptance, and creative thinking to learn the power of self-advocacy and achieve self-understanding.
Our mental health consists of many components: our biology, our psychology, our social environments, and our spiritual lives. Because of the diverse range of human experience, mental health does not benefit from a one-size-fits all therapy, but rather from creative approaches to treatment. I believe that creativity and mental health are interrelated through their joint emphasis on humanism and empathy. This approach means meeting clients where they already are, using humility, radical acceptance, and creative thinking to learn the power of self-advocacy and achieve self-understanding.
Rankine's Psychotherapy Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My Name is Cassandra Rankine, I am a Clinical Social Worker that has been working with multiple populations for almost ten years, diagnosing and treating. I utilizing various modalities such as CBT, DBT, Behavioral Therapy, and Spiritual Therapy just to name a few. Very knowledgeable in working with the mentally ill, long or short-term therapy. I focus on the client's strengths, and cultural sensitivity. Worked with clients who are court and ACS-mandated My knowledge of multiple issues that people face on a daily basis or past trauma allows me to understand and develop a unique approach that best works with clients who seek help.
My Name is Cassandra Rankine, I am a Clinical Social Worker that has been working with multiple populations for almost ten years, diagnosing and treating. I utilizing various modalities such as CBT, DBT, Behavioral Therapy, and Spiritual Therapy just to name a few. Very knowledgeable in working with the mentally ill, long or short-term therapy. I focus on the client's strengths, and cultural sensitivity. Worked with clients who are court and ACS-mandated My knowledge of multiple issues that people face on a daily basis or past trauma allows me to understand and develop a unique approach that best works with clients who seek help.
As we navigate life, experiences continue to happen and it is our responsibility to decide what to do with our reality and accepting the cards we are given and the moments that come our way. We can pretend that our loved ones did not die, the divorce did not happen, the bullying never started, or the intrusive worries are just in your imagination and will go away on their own. However, avoidance does not bring healing. I am driven to assist my clients to develop a deeper level of awareness and to discover their own insights about childhood patterns, their behaviors, and thoughts about their relationships and communication styles.
As we navigate life, experiences continue to happen and it is our responsibility to decide what to do with our reality and accepting the cards we are given and the moments that come our way. We can pretend that our loved ones did not die, the divorce did not happen, the bullying never started, or the intrusive worries are just in your imagination and will go away on their own. However, avoidance does not bring healing. I am driven to assist my clients to develop a deeper level of awareness and to discover their own insights about childhood patterns, their behaviors, and thoughts about their relationships and communication styles.
Hal specializes in Infidelity Recovery. His down to earth wisdom and calm demeanor has helped hundreds of partners inject trust back into their breaking or broken relationships. Whether it’s trust or a regaining of intimacy and healthy communication, Hal steers couples back on course to meet these goals. So give yourself some space. and instead of deflecting. Finally, reflect. Honestly. That means looking at how you too often deflect. Which makes matters worse. You need to make a pact. One of you needs to call for professional help. You don’t want just anybody. You deserve a therapist who’s been practically lionized. Call Hal soon.
Hal specializes in Infidelity Recovery. His down to earth wisdom and calm demeanor has helped hundreds of partners inject trust back into their breaking or broken relationships. Whether it’s trust or a regaining of intimacy and healthy communication, Hal steers couples back on course to meet these goals. So give yourself some space. and instead of deflecting. Finally, reflect. Honestly. That means looking at how you too often deflect. Which makes matters worse. You need to make a pact. One of you needs to call for professional help. You don’t want just anybody. You deserve a therapist who’s been practically lionized. Call Hal soon.
Making the decision to begin therapy is not always easy. In fact, it can be one of the most difficult steps. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment where clients are willing to share their struggles and successes while feeling supported. For each client, progress in therapy is measured differently, which is why we will work together from the onset of treatment to create individualized goals and the steps required to move toward these goals. Therapy is a process and my objective is to be your source of support throughout the journey.
Making the decision to begin therapy is not always easy. In fact, it can be one of the most difficult steps. My goal is to provide a safe and comfortable environment where clients are willing to share their struggles and successes while feeling supported. For each client, progress in therapy is measured differently, which is why we will work together from the onset of treatment to create individualized goals and the steps required to move toward these goals. Therapy is a process and my objective is to be your source of support throughout the journey.
Healing comes in many guises. We can heal from a cut hand with a band aid, we can heal from a broken bone by setting it and isolating it in a cast, but when we heal from hurting feelings and trauma, we're not as savvy on how to heal this. Sometimes, when we're traumatized, we don't know what to do to feel better.
Healing comes in many guises. We can heal from a cut hand with a band aid, we can heal from a broken bone by setting it and isolating it in a cast, but when we heal from hurting feelings and trauma, we're not as savvy on how to heal this. Sometimes, when we're traumatized, we don't know what to do to feel better.
My ideal clients are adults who may appear to be managing daily life while quietly struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-doubt, mood changes, relationship difficulties, trauma, or overwhelming emotions. They may also be adjusting to a new country, living far from family, or carrying cultural and family expectations. Our team offers a warm, supportive space to understand these experiences, recognize patterns, strengthen emotional skills, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
My ideal clients are adults who may appear to be managing daily life while quietly struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness, self-doubt, mood changes, relationship difficulties, trauma, or overwhelming emotions. They may also be adjusting to a new country, living far from family, or carrying cultural and family expectations. Our team offers a warm, supportive space to understand these experiences, recognize patterns, strengthen emotional skills, and develop healthier ways of relating to yourself and others.
If you are an adolescent or an adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for meaningful change, let's walk the road to discovery together. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, and the lasting effects of stressful or difficult experiences. Therapy can provide a safe space to better understand yourself, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward the life you want to build if you are seeking personal growth, recovery, or greater stability during a challenging time.
If you are an adolescent or an adult feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or ready for meaningful change, let's walk the road to discovery together. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional regulation difficulties, and the lasting effects of stressful or difficult experiences. Therapy can provide a safe space to better understand yourself, develop healthier coping strategies, and move toward the life you want to build if you are seeking personal growth, recovery, or greater stability during a challenging time.
Are you or your child feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Are you or your loved ones experiencing problems with relationships or at work or school? Have you undergone difficult experiences or trauma? Would you like to share your problems and concerns in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment? If so, I can provide the support you need. I am a highly trained therapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and 35 years of experience. I believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship and working with you to effect positive change in your life!
Are you or your child feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed? Are you or your loved ones experiencing problems with relationships or at work or school? Have you undergone difficult experiences or trauma? Would you like to share your problems and concerns in a safe, caring and non-judgmental environment? If so, I can provide the support you need. I am a highly trained therapist with a PhD in Clinical Psychology and 35 years of experience. I believe in the power and importance of the therapeutic relationship and working with you to effect positive change in your life!
Sonia Banks LCP, Ph.D, a psychologist at LifeStance Health, helps adults and seniors across New York navigate life’s most complex emotional and relational challenges with clarity, compassion, and clinical expertise. Sonia R. Banks provides individual, couples, family, and group therapy for patients throughout NY who are seeking support for anxiety, depression, and significant life transitions. With nearly three decades of experience, she offers thoughtful, evidence-based mental health care grounded in deep respect for each person’s lived experience. Dr.
Sonia Banks LCP, Ph.D, a psychologist at LifeStance Health, helps adults and seniors across New York navigate life’s most complex emotional and relational challenges with clarity, compassion, and clinical expertise. Sonia R. Banks provides individual, couples, family, and group therapy for patients throughout NY who are seeking support for anxiety, depression, and significant life transitions. With nearly three decades of experience, she offers thoughtful, evidence-based mental health care grounded in deep respect for each person’s lived experience. Dr.
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Number of Therapists in Forest Hills, NY
300+
Average cost per session
$162
Therapists in Forest Hills, NY who prioritize treating:
| 95% | Anxiety |
| 95% | Social Anxiety |
| 95% | Health Anxiety |
| 95% | Driving Anxiety |
| 91% | Depression |
| 76% | Relationship Issues |
| 75% | Self Esteem |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 91% | Aetna |
| 80% | Cigna and Evernorth |
| 65% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in Forest Hills, NY see their clients
| 54% | Online Only | |
| 46% | In Person and Online |
Gender breakdown
| 78% | Female | |
| 21% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
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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.