Therapists in New York, NY

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Shivon Ramadhin
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
New York, NY 10012
As a first-generation Indo-Caribbean American therapist, I understand the struggle of balancing multiple identities and the importance of finding harmony between our individuality and our communities. Growing up between Caribbean and South Asian culture has shaped my view of visibility and belonging in my community. I typically work with young professionals, people of color (POC), interracial couples, and first-generation siblings who are looking to discover a stronger sense of self and heal relational ruptures.
As a first-generation Indo-Caribbean American therapist, I understand the struggle of balancing multiple identities and the importance of finding harmony between our individuality and our communities. Growing up between Caribbean and South Asian culture has shaped my view of visibility and belonging in my community. I typically work with young professionals, people of color (POC), interracial couples, and first-generation siblings who are looking to discover a stronger sense of self and heal relational ruptures.
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Sandra Elizabeth Paucar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, SIFI
3 Endorsed
Online Only
With two decades of experience as a psychotherapist and supervisor, I am dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in New York City. I am passionate about creating a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse therapeutic space where each person feels seen and valued. By tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs, I strive to make therapy a collaborative, personal journey. My goal is to help you gain insight, reclaim a sense of empowerment, and navigate relationships with greater confidence and clarity.
With two decades of experience as a psychotherapist and supervisor, I am dedicated to supporting individuals, couples, and families in New York City. I am passionate about creating a welcoming, inclusive, and diverse therapeutic space where each person feels seen and valued. By tailoring treatment to meet your unique needs, I strive to make therapy a collaborative, personal journey. My goal is to help you gain insight, reclaim a sense of empowerment, and navigate relationships with greater confidence and clarity.
(646) 217-0064 View (646) 217-0064
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Nadine George
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Hi, My name is Nadine George and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. In my therapeutic approach, I maintain a client-centered, open-minded and solution-focused perspective, emphasizing a collaborative approach to managing stressors and symptoms.
Hi, My name is Nadine George and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York. In my therapeutic approach, I maintain a client-centered, open-minded and solution-focused perspective, emphasizing a collaborative approach to managing stressors and symptoms.
(347) 830-7551 View (347) 830-7551
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Clifford Waldman
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10010
Perhaps you're seeking emotional understanding or spiritual guidance. Perhaps you're a young aspiring professional, or a more middle-aged partial success story, maybe with a family. Despite success in parts of your universe, you've discovered an emptiness or impasse that keeps you from peace and fulfillment. Whether it's an invisible existential spiritual void screaming for a new source of security, or life's common woes of financial pressure, infidelity, career confusion, and dealing with bullies, we all at some point need spiritual, emotional, and practical guidance. The wise realize it's a great power to be able to ask for help.
Perhaps you're seeking emotional understanding or spiritual guidance. Perhaps you're a young aspiring professional, or a more middle-aged partial success story, maybe with a family. Despite success in parts of your universe, you've discovered an emptiness or impasse that keeps you from peace and fulfillment. Whether it's an invisible existential spiritual void screaming for a new source of security, or life's common woes of financial pressure, infidelity, career confusion, and dealing with bullies, we all at some point need spiritual, emotional, and practical guidance. The wise realize it's a great power to be able to ask for help.
(332) 241-6104 View (332) 241-6104
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Aaron Marc Newman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
New York, NY 10010
I am a clinical social worker with over thirty years of experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. My role as your therapist is to compassionately support personal growth, using empirically supported interventions, and providing practical strategies to handle life's many stressors. I provide culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care, and welcome all ages, genders and sexual identities. Curiosity, empathy, and validation of your personal truth are essential components of my practice and I treat my clients as partners in developing their own life solutions and healing process.
I am a clinical social worker with over thirty years of experience working with adults, adolescents, couples, and families. My role as your therapist is to compassionately support personal growth, using empirically supported interventions, and providing practical strategies to handle life's many stressors. I provide culturally sensitive and trauma-informed care, and welcome all ages, genders and sexual identities. Curiosity, empathy, and validation of your personal truth are essential components of my practice and I treat my clients as partners in developing their own life solutions and healing process.
(332) 334-8930 View (332) 334-8930
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The Metanoia Institute
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
Hi, I’m Robert “Neal” Mills MD MBA, a clinician trained in Mentalization-Based Therapy through Harvard Medical School and the Gunderson Personality Disorders Institute. My ideal client is insightful but overwhelmed—often navigating trauma, grief, or relationship struggles. They seek clarity, emotional steadiness, and deeper self-understanding. They’re ready to heal old patterns, not just cope. I offer a reflective, supportive space rooted in Mentalization Based Therapy, Cognitive Based Therapy, and mindfulness to help them grow, connect, and feel whole.
Hi, I’m Robert “Neal” Mills MD MBA, a clinician trained in Mentalization-Based Therapy through Harvard Medical School and the Gunderson Personality Disorders Institute. My ideal client is insightful but overwhelmed—often navigating trauma, grief, or relationship struggles. They seek clarity, emotional steadiness, and deeper self-understanding. They’re ready to heal old patterns, not just cope. I offer a reflective, supportive space rooted in Mentalization Based Therapy, Cognitive Based Therapy, and mindfulness to help them grow, connect, and feel whole.
(332) 291-8742 View (332) 291-8742
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Bridget Fox
Pre-Licensed Professional
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10025
Bridget’s therapeutic approach draws on a variety of modalities, from psychodynamic to DBT, and she will use that flexibility to adapt to your individual needs. She will take care to understand your broader social context, and work with you to find solutions that feel realistic and manageable.
Bridget’s therapeutic approach draws on a variety of modalities, from psychodynamic to DBT, and she will use that flexibility to adapt to your individual needs. She will take care to understand your broader social context, and work with you to find solutions that feel realistic and manageable.
(914) 344-6608 View (914) 344-6608
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Abbie Elkin
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10024
I've been practicing since 2003. My approach is to guide people beyond their immediate struggles by helping them understand themselves better and by tapping into their natural abilities to help themselves overcome challenges. My insight-oriented approach helps clients get to the root of what is troubling them and relieves their symptoms.
I've been practicing since 2003. My approach is to guide people beyond their immediate struggles by helping them understand themselves better and by tapping into their natural abilities to help themselves overcome challenges. My insight-oriented approach helps clients get to the root of what is troubling them and relieves their symptoms.
(917) 746-8572 View (917) 746-8572
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Kathryn Miller
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Online Only
It’s normal to feel lost, overwhelmed, or stuck at times — and you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, affirming space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. With a specialization in supporting young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ clients, I provide a compassionate, supportive environment to navigate anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, identity, and personal growth. Together, we’ll work toward healing, meaningful change, and building the tools for long-lasting well-being and self-empowerment.
It’s normal to feel lost, overwhelmed, or stuck at times — and you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you. In our work together, you’ll find a safe, affirming space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment. With a specialization in supporting young adults, women, and LGBTQ+ clients, I provide a compassionate, supportive environment to navigate anxiety, depression, relationships, trauma, identity, and personal growth. Together, we’ll work toward healing, meaningful change, and building the tools for long-lasting well-being and self-empowerment.
(332) 334-7944 View (332) 334-7944
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Estee Hirsch
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
New York, NY 10038
Not accepting new clients
It is often hard to take time to reflect on where we are in life and where we would like to be. Therapy is an experience that allows us to slow down and explore ways to improve and maximize our day-to-day experiences and interactions. I am a relational psychoanalyst by training, which means I focus on how your present and past intersect and its impact on who you are today. We will work together to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable talking about difficult thoughts and feelings.
It is often hard to take time to reflect on where we are in life and where we would like to be. Therapy is an experience that allows us to slow down and explore ways to improve and maximize our day-to-day experiences and interactions. I am a relational psychoanalyst by training, which means I focus on how your present and past intersect and its impact on who you are today. We will work together to create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where you can feel comfortable talking about difficult thoughts and feelings.
(917) 983-0723 View (917) 983-0723
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Julie Hirschfeld
Psychologist, PhD
11 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
Stress can be isolating, but you don't have to handle it alone. We can work together to improve your relationships, emotional life, and career. I offer warm, compassionate therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in couple communication and young-adult, mid-life, and intergenerational issues. I will help you cope with emotional distress or work demands, offering practical, research-based guidance suited to your unique needs and strengths. I lend support across the life span, from early career and dating issues, to empowering young parents and supporting empty-nesters considering their next act.
Stress can be isolating, but you don't have to handle it alone. We can work together to improve your relationships, emotional life, and career. I offer warm, compassionate therapy and coaching for individuals, couples, and families, specializing in couple communication and young-adult, mid-life, and intergenerational issues. I will help you cope with emotional distress or work demands, offering practical, research-based guidance suited to your unique needs and strengths. I lend support across the life span, from early career and dating issues, to empowering young parents and supporting empty-nesters considering their next act.
(646) 630-7671 View (646) 630-7671
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Isabella Scapini-Burrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10022
Do you feel under appreciated? Do you wish he could break the cycle of negative behavior? Does she constantly keep criticizing? Do you experience anxiety and distrust? Lack of intimacy and sexual desire? I am a marriage and family therapist with specialized training and experience in couple therapy. Nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I am easy to talk to and skilled at creating tools to help couples maintain healthy relationships. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new communication methods and understanding that promote empathy and flexibility.
Do you feel under appreciated? Do you wish he could break the cycle of negative behavior? Does she constantly keep criticizing? Do you experience anxiety and distrust? Lack of intimacy and sexual desire? I am a marriage and family therapist with specialized training and experience in couple therapy. Nothing you say will surprise or shock me. I am easy to talk to and skilled at creating tools to help couples maintain healthy relationships. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new communication methods and understanding that promote empathy and flexibility.
(929) 595-7494 View (929) 595-7494
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Johnny Hamilton
Pre-Licensed Professional
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
My approach to counseling is driven by the belief that each person’s life experience contributes to a personal and powerful story. Through conversation and active listening, I guide clients through the process of uncovering pieces of their story to see how they fit together. Informed by my lived experience as a queer person, I recognize the necessity of approaching counseling through an intersectional, antiracist lens. I am cognizant of external factors that influence life experiences and therefore I apply a feminist, multicultural perspective to my therapeutic approach.
My approach to counseling is driven by the belief that each person’s life experience contributes to a personal and powerful story. Through conversation and active listening, I guide clients through the process of uncovering pieces of their story to see how they fit together. Informed by my lived experience as a queer person, I recognize the necessity of approaching counseling through an intersectional, antiracist lens. I am cognizant of external factors that influence life experiences and therefore I apply a feminist, multicultural perspective to my therapeutic approach.
(929) 383-7709 View (929) 383-7709
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Mara Hirschfeld
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
I work primarily with individuals and couples struggling with relationship distress and believe that everyone has the power to change when given the opportunity to do so. While relationships can lead to stress and anxiety, they can also be the source of safety and security for us if we let them. Whether you're struggling in your relationship with your partner or yourself, we can work together to identify the parts of yourself that need attention and change negative patterns so you can feel closer to those around you and live a more meaningful life.
I work primarily with individuals and couples struggling with relationship distress and believe that everyone has the power to change when given the opportunity to do so. While relationships can lead to stress and anxiety, they can also be the source of safety and security for us if we let them. Whether you're struggling in your relationship with your partner or yourself, we can work together to identify the parts of yourself that need attention and change negative patterns so you can feel closer to those around you and live a more meaningful life.
(917) 477-3047 View (917) 477-3047
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Greg Lowder
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10065
I’ve helped many people who received limited or no help from previous therapists or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy. When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, trusting they can effectively treat your symptoms. Psychological and emotional problems that cause depression, anxiety, excessive anger, low self confidence, guilt/shame, along with relationship and work conflicts, can actually cause more suffering than physical illnesses. I have more than 25 years of experience, and my approach is thorough, interactive, and practical.
I’ve helped many people who received limited or no help from previous therapists or medications. I work well with people who are skeptical of, or intimidated by, talk therapy. When you are physically ill you turn to your doctor, trusting they can effectively treat your symptoms. Psychological and emotional problems that cause depression, anxiety, excessive anger, low self confidence, guilt/shame, along with relationship and work conflicts, can actually cause more suffering than physical illnesses. I have more than 25 years of experience, and my approach is thorough, interactive, and practical.
(929) 565-5520 View (929) 565-5520
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Michelle Katz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10023
Understanding complicated thoughts feelings and behaviors can be difficult to unpack on your own. I am here to work collaboratively so that we can reach your goals together. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
Understanding complicated thoughts feelings and behaviors can be difficult to unpack on your own. I am here to work collaboratively so that we can reach your goals together. I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.
(646) 798-2665 View (646) 798-2665
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Brian Spitulnik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MFA
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010
So many of my clients come to therapy because of the ways in which depression, anxiety, and trauma have kept them from finding connection in an increasingly isolated world. Our first exploration in the therapy room centers around working together to come fully into relationship with your environment and yourself. While incorporating practical tools for behavioral change and emotional growth, I utilize several integrated clinical approaches to tailor therapy to each individual who walks through my door.
So many of my clients come to therapy because of the ways in which depression, anxiety, and trauma have kept them from finding connection in an increasingly isolated world. Our first exploration in the therapy room centers around working together to come fully into relationship with your environment and yourself. While incorporating practical tools for behavioral change and emotional growth, I utilize several integrated clinical approaches to tailor therapy to each individual who walks through my door.
(332) 334-6961 View (332) 334-6961
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Molly Bates Tetteh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, RYT
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10012
Molly is an integrative psychotherapist with more than 15 years of experience, specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance abuse and addiction, and body-image issues. She has also worked extensively with students, young adults and young professionals. Molly is a certified Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and IFS-informed therapist. She also utilizes Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Pyschotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic Experiencing (SE). Molly takes an attachment-focused, psychodynamic, strengths-based approach to working with clients.
Molly is an integrative psychotherapist with more than 15 years of experience, specializing in trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance abuse and addiction, and body-image issues. She has also worked extensively with students, young adults and young professionals. Molly is a certified Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) and IFS-informed therapist. She also utilizes Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM), Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Pyschotherapy (AEDP), and Somatic Experiencing (SE). Molly takes an attachment-focused, psychodynamic, strengths-based approach to working with clients.
(917) 905-9801 View (917) 905-9801
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Debora S Munczek
Psychologist, PhD
New York, NY 10011
I'm an experienced clinical psychologist with a flexible, welcoming, integrative psychotherapeutic approach. In a respectful, trusting, and collaborative setting, we'll access your innate vitality, curiosity, and capacity for growth and healing so you can develop more adaptive solutions to painful, confusing, repetitive, and unproductive patterns and life situations. Getting to know and accompany people on their unique therapeutic journeys is a privilege. Empathy, sensitivity, patience, lightness, and humor are essential in this rich work. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
I'm an experienced clinical psychologist with a flexible, welcoming, integrative psychotherapeutic approach. In a respectful, trusting, and collaborative setting, we'll access your innate vitality, curiosity, and capacity for growth and healing so you can develop more adaptive solutions to painful, confusing, repetitive, and unproductive patterns and life situations. Getting to know and accompany people on their unique therapeutic journeys is a privilege. Empathy, sensitivity, patience, lightness, and humor are essential in this rich work. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) and work with people of all ages and backgrounds.
(646) 600-8073 View (646) 600-8073
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Brona Frances Hatchette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
When daily news triggers anxiety and feelings of helplessness, therapy offers a vital space for processing complex emotions. While global and domestic crises provide obvious sources of distress, often it's the less tangible struggles—challenging relationship patterns, self-doubt, trauma, and attachment styles formed long ago—that truly shape our daily experience. Habitual responses can feel bewildering and resistant to our conscious efforts to change them. "How am I here again?" I help illuminate these dynamics, connecting present difficulties to their roots, creating pathways toward genuine healing and lasting change.
When daily news triggers anxiety and feelings of helplessness, therapy offers a vital space for processing complex emotions. While global and domestic crises provide obvious sources of distress, often it's the less tangible struggles—challenging relationship patterns, self-doubt, trauma, and attachment styles formed long ago—that truly shape our daily experience. Habitual responses can feel bewildering and resistant to our conscious efforts to change them. "How am I here again?" I help illuminate these dynamics, connecting present difficulties to their roots, creating pathways toward genuine healing and lasting change.
(646) 480-9903 View (646) 480-9903

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Number of Therapists in New York, NY

3,000+

Average cost per session

$200

Therapists in New York, NY who prioritize treating:

94% Anxiety
89% Depression
83% Relationship Issues
77% Self Esteem
67% Trauma and PTSD
67% Stress
65% Life Transitions

Average years in practice

12 Years

Top 3 insurances accepted

83% Aetna
65% Cigna and Evernorth
60% UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

How Therapists in New York, NY see their clients

53% In Person and Online
47% Online Only

Gender breakdown

78% Female
20% Male
2% Non-Binary
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling

How can I find a therapist in New York?

Search for nearby therapists or counselors by inputting your city, town, or suburb; or zip code; or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.

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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.

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.

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.