Therapists in New York, NY
My journey into therapy began in my early years, shaped by the experience of immigrating to the USA as an infant. Learning English before my parents, I became a bridge between cultures, an experience that nurtured my empathy and understanding — essential qualities in my therapeutic work. My path has been guided by a calling to serve others, intertwining my faith with my professional skills.
My journey into therapy began in my early years, shaped by the experience of immigrating to the USA as an infant. Learning English before my parents, I became a bridge between cultures, an experience that nurtured my empathy and understanding — essential qualities in my therapeutic work. My path has been guided by a calling to serve others, intertwining my faith with my professional skills.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
Are you a high-achieving Type A who has accomplished professional success but is struggling? Do you feel disengaged, lonely, negative, and beginning to dislike the person you are becoming? I have specialized training with high-functioning individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and relationship issues. I can help you harness your difficulties by learning how to manage stressors that come up in life and building resilience. I combine strategies from the best in our field, including evidence-based, solution-focused, and exploratory treatment. Simply put, whatever you're going through, I can help.
Tanya Freeman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, MDR, MPH
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Does it feel like there’s more potential to your life, but something always seems to hold you back? Perhaps you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, or past trauma. Many people struggle with making meaningful connections, navigating relationships, and searching for purpose. My role as a therapist is to help you remove the roadblocks that keep you from living your fullest life. I support people from all backgrounds, including women, survivors of abuse, college students, the Jewish community, couples, and more. No matter what you’ve been through in the past, you deserve a healthy, happy, and meaningful life moving forward.
Does it feel like there’s more potential to your life, but something always seems to hold you back? Perhaps you’re dealing with depression, anxiety, or past trauma. Many people struggle with making meaningful connections, navigating relationships, and searching for purpose. My role as a therapist is to help you remove the roadblocks that keep you from living your fullest life. I support people from all backgrounds, including women, survivors of abuse, college students, the Jewish community, couples, and more. No matter what you’ve been through in the past, you deserve a healthy, happy, and meaningful life moving forward.
I work with warmth and compassion in a supportive and collaborative fashion creating a safe environment to help my clients in dealing with issues affecting their well-being. I will help you in bringing about the changes that you are striving for; increasing happiness in daily life and joy in relationships, making decisions regarding education or career, and/or building new skills. I strive to tap into the body's inner wisdom to guide us through life to find solutions, inner calm and tranquility and strengthen inner capacity to be truly fulfilled.
I work with warmth and compassion in a supportive and collaborative fashion creating a safe environment to help my clients in dealing with issues affecting their well-being. I will help you in bringing about the changes that you are striving for; increasing happiness in daily life and joy in relationships, making decisions regarding education or career, and/or building new skills. I strive to tap into the body's inner wisdom to guide us through life to find solutions, inner calm and tranquility and strengthen inner capacity to be truly fulfilled.
Do you or your adolescent child feel anxious, depressed, unmotivated or in need of greater self-confidence? Are you suffering from the death of a loved one, chronic illness, divorce, and/or other kinds of trauma? Perhaps you are struggling with fear or uncertainty regarding a life transition, infertility, your relationship, and/or feel you are not living the life you envisioned for yourself. As a licensed psychotherapist, I will help you navigate these challenges as you strengthen your coping skills, and improve your well-being with proven tools for leading a balanced, satisfying life.
Do you or your adolescent child feel anxious, depressed, unmotivated or in need of greater self-confidence? Are you suffering from the death of a loved one, chronic illness, divorce, and/or other kinds of trauma? Perhaps you are struggling with fear or uncertainty regarding a life transition, infertility, your relationship, and/or feel you are not living the life you envisioned for yourself. As a licensed psychotherapist, I will help you navigate these challenges as you strengthen your coping skills, and improve your well-being with proven tools for leading a balanced, satisfying life.
Bessan Abdallah
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10012 (Online Only)
It is my belief that every person, from all walks of life, has their own struggles with mental health. Therapy can be utilized to help us become more self-aware and as a result be more self-sufficient. I take a psychodynamic approach in which I work with you to dive deep into the psychological roots of your emotional processes. In other words, I help you develop a deeper understanding of your emotional and mental well-being.
It is my belief that every person, from all walks of life, has their own struggles with mental health. Therapy can be utilized to help us become more self-aware and as a result be more self-sufficient. I take a psychodynamic approach in which I work with you to dive deep into the psychological roots of your emotional processes. In other words, I help you develop a deeper understanding of your emotional and mental well-being.
I provide individual therapy to adults and adolescents struggling with depression, difficulties in relationships and marriages, anxiety, parenting issues, post-partum depression, social anxiety, and eating disorders and body image issues.
I focus on creating trusting, supportive relationships with my patients in a confidential, non-judgmental environment. I work with patients to help them understand the reasons for the development of their problems, as well as to learn to draw on their strengths to develop new coping skills to overcome these problems.
I provide individual therapy to adults and adolescents struggling with depression, difficulties in relationships and marriages, anxiety, parenting issues, post-partum depression, social anxiety, and eating disorders and body image issues.
I focus on creating trusting, supportive relationships with my patients in a confidential, non-judgmental environment. I work with patients to help them understand the reasons for the development of their problems, as well as to learn to draw on their strengths to develop new coping skills to overcome these problems.
I have been treating a wide range of patients in long and short term individual and group treatment for many years. I effect personality change through the use of interpretation, clarification and behavior modification. I emphasize with my patients a sense of well being. My ideal patient has to not only be motivated to change but willing to work through and resolve difficult aspects in their lives.
I have been treating a wide range of patients in long and short term individual and group treatment for many years. I effect personality change through the use of interpretation, clarification and behavior modification. I emphasize with my patients a sense of well being. My ideal patient has to not only be motivated to change but willing to work through and resolve difficult aspects in their lives.
I conduct therapy with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I work with those who might be struggling with relationship patterns they want to understand, identity development, self-harm, histories of trauma, difficulties in work or at school, anxiety, depression, and all that comes with the stresses of today's complicated world. I aim to foster a spirit of curiosity, compassion, and a healthy dose of humor, as we delve into what can sometimes be difficult waters, working to understand your fears, desires, and motivations. Looking into the past, present, and future, the hope is to help you live your life more fully.
I conduct therapy with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I work with those who might be struggling with relationship patterns they want to understand, identity development, self-harm, histories of trauma, difficulties in work or at school, anxiety, depression, and all that comes with the stresses of today's complicated world. I aim to foster a spirit of curiosity, compassion, and a healthy dose of humor, as we delve into what can sometimes be difficult waters, working to understand your fears, desires, and motivations. Looking into the past, present, and future, the hope is to help you live your life more fully.
In suffering, what do you move towards? Maybe your methods of coping with feelings of emptiness or self-criticism feel repetitive. Eventually, you find yourself trapped in a cycle that distances you from what you most want for yourself. You don’t have to do this alone. Working as an IFS clinician, I prioritize making space for all parts of you. Sometimes the tools we once used to survive may no longer serve us. Luckily, the attempts we make to keep ourselves safe are an example of our capacity for resilience. Together, we can find new ways to channel your strengths toward creating the life you truly desire.
In suffering, what do you move towards? Maybe your methods of coping with feelings of emptiness or self-criticism feel repetitive. Eventually, you find yourself trapped in a cycle that distances you from what you most want for yourself. You don’t have to do this alone. Working as an IFS clinician, I prioritize making space for all parts of you. Sometimes the tools we once used to survive may no longer serve us. Luckily, the attempts we make to keep ourselves safe are an example of our capacity for resilience. Together, we can find new ways to channel your strengths toward creating the life you truly desire.
Shelby Asher Muhammedi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
I implement a strengths-based perspective methodology. This means I take a holistic and individualistic approach by working through your personal history, environment, lifestyle, and spirituality. Your past is not indicative of your future. Everyone has a personal story that needs to be heard; therefore, I hope to build a partnership that's rooted in a judgment-free environment. I currently am licensed in New York and Utah and accepting new clients.
I implement a strengths-based perspective methodology. This means I take a holistic and individualistic approach by working through your personal history, environment, lifestyle, and spirituality. Your past is not indicative of your future. Everyone has a personal story that needs to be heard; therefore, I hope to build a partnership that's rooted in a judgment-free environment. I currently am licensed in New York and Utah and accepting new clients.
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Do you want to feel better, live more fully, and resolve issues that keep you from having what you want in life? Stress, lack of brain or mental fitness, performance anxiety and so on can make life difficult. Neurofeedback is very likely to help. It is often the missing piece for those who have done good work in therapy and other modalities or for those who are not comfortable with talk therapy. Positive results can happen very quickly. If you have questions about how neurofeedback might help you, call 212-877-6923 or email me through Psychology Today or through newyorkneurofeedback.com.
Do you want to feel better, live more fully, and resolve issues that keep you from having what you want in life? Stress, lack of brain or mental fitness, performance anxiety and so on can make life difficult. Neurofeedback is very likely to help. It is often the missing piece for those who have done good work in therapy and other modalities or for those who are not comfortable with talk therapy. Positive results can happen very quickly. If you have questions about how neurofeedback might help you, call 212-877-6923 or email me through Psychology Today or through newyorkneurofeedback.com.
Adena Worona, Park West Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024 (Online Only)
I founded Park West Wellness with the commitment to help people overcome life’s challenges, both big and small. Seeking therapy can be intimidating and my passion is to help make it easier by ensuring you feel comfortable, heard and accepted. I am dedicated to bringing empathy and warmth to my work. I am an experienced therapist who values creativity and individual expression. I believe therapy to be a collaborative effort, that can lead to a better self view and to obtaining more enjoyment - both individually and through one's relationships.
I founded Park West Wellness with the commitment to help people overcome life’s challenges, both big and small. Seeking therapy can be intimidating and my passion is to help make it easier by ensuring you feel comfortable, heard and accepted. I am dedicated to bringing empathy and warmth to my work. I am an experienced therapist who values creativity and individual expression. I believe therapy to be a collaborative effort, that can lead to a better self view and to obtaining more enjoyment - both individually and through one's relationships.
Grace works with clients to translate her deep expertise into tangible tools for a life with less worry and more presence, confidence, and connection. She has received exceptional training in CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and SPACE at leading hospitals and private practices. She specializes in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults facing anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic, social anxiety, ARFID, emetophobia, body dysmorphia, perfectionism, and anxiety related to chronic illness and gastrointestinal issues. Grace also works with caregivers of children with behavioral issues, OCD, and anxiety using evidence-based parenting interventions.
Grace works with clients to translate her deep expertise into tangible tools for a life with less worry and more presence, confidence, and connection. She has received exceptional training in CBT, DBT, ERP, ACT, and SPACE at leading hospitals and private practices. She specializes in supporting pre-teens, teens, and adults facing anxiety disorders such as OCD, panic, social anxiety, ARFID, emetophobia, body dysmorphia, perfectionism, and anxiety related to chronic illness and gastrointestinal issues. Grace also works with caregivers of children with behavioral issues, OCD, and anxiety using evidence-based parenting interventions.
Sharon Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I am a LCSW and I received my MSW degree at Fordham University’s School of Social Services. I decided to pursue a career in mental wellness to decrease the stigma about mental illness. It was important to me to help people improve their mental health outcomes and become more aware of issues that can trigger mental illness. I am passionate about working with people from disadvantaged populations to increase the quality of care they receive. I am a bilingual, bicultural, and trauma-informed psychotherapist with a sensitivity and awareness of how to work with individuals from diverse populations.
I am a LCSW and I received my MSW degree at Fordham University’s School of Social Services. I decided to pursue a career in mental wellness to decrease the stigma about mental illness. It was important to me to help people improve their mental health outcomes and become more aware of issues that can trigger mental illness. I am passionate about working with people from disadvantaged populations to increase the quality of care they receive. I am a bilingual, bicultural, and trauma-informed psychotherapist with a sensitivity and awareness of how to work with individuals from diverse populations.
Jane Seff, L.C.S.W.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is collaborative. Using a combination of psychodynamic, intersubjective and cognitive-behavioral approaches, I work with you to uncover long-established blocks and counterproductive ways of thinking about yourself and the world. The benefits this work yields are understanding and mastery over the issues which caused you to seek therapy and the ability to maximize your full potential. How do you choose the best therapist for you? Most important are his or her ability to be responsive to your particular needs, the therapist's breadth of experience, and a mutual feeling that it is a "good match."
My approach to therapy is collaborative. Using a combination of psychodynamic, intersubjective and cognitive-behavioral approaches, I work with you to uncover long-established blocks and counterproductive ways of thinking about yourself and the world. The benefits this work yields are understanding and mastery over the issues which caused you to seek therapy and the ability to maximize your full potential. How do you choose the best therapist for you? Most important are his or her ability to be responsive to your particular needs, the therapist's breadth of experience, and a mutual feeling that it is a "good match."
I believe everyone has a unique story to tell, and every person a desire to be seen and understood. Therapy can be a space that allows for those things to unfold. There are many reasons to seek therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or in response to changes in one’s life, or to make sense of things in times of great stress. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and strategies to help deal with all types of life challenges, whether long-standing or just emerging.
I believe everyone has a unique story to tell, and every person a desire to be seen and understood. Therapy can be a space that allows for those things to unfold. There are many reasons to seek therapy. Sometimes it is to deal with long-standing psychological issues, or in response to changes in one’s life, or to make sense of things in times of great stress. Working with a therapist can help provide insight, support, and strategies to help deal with all types of life challenges, whether long-standing or just emerging.
Update, September '24: I currently have openings for Aetna patients and those using out of network benefits for other insurances. Most of the people that I work with are successful, intelligent people who are seeking to resolve problems in their everyday life. I have helped people with: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, workplace and career issues, finding a meaningful life direction, life transitions, and grief and loss.
Update, September '24: I currently have openings for Aetna patients and those using out of network benefits for other insurances. Most of the people that I work with are successful, intelligent people who are seeking to resolve problems in their everyday life. I have helped people with: depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, workplace and career issues, finding a meaningful life direction, life transitions, and grief and loss.
Romi Terk
Licensed Master Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
Therapy provides us with the opportunity to introspect through a lens of curiosity and acceptance, as opposed to shame and judgment. I support individuals and couples facing barriers to their emotional, relational, and sexual wellbeing to nurture a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves and one another.
Therapy provides us with the opportunity to introspect through a lens of curiosity and acceptance, as opposed to shame and judgment. I support individuals and couples facing barriers to their emotional, relational, and sexual wellbeing to nurture a deeper and more compassionate understanding of themselves and one another.
If you’re feeling like something is missing and finding it difficult these days to feel grounded in yourself, I want to help you figure out what’s getting in the way so you can feel like your true self again. Unresolved grief, trauma, feelings of abandonment, shame, and anger can hide in the unconscious mind and keep us stuck in toxic patterns that ruin relationships, sex and our sense of self. Anxiety, fear, and unmanaged stress can wreak havoc on our ability to hold on to a sense of hope. For BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals, fear of violence and oppression adds more stress to the weight of these hardships.
If you’re feeling like something is missing and finding it difficult these days to feel grounded in yourself, I want to help you figure out what’s getting in the way so you can feel like your true self again. Unresolved grief, trauma, feelings of abandonment, shame, and anger can hide in the unconscious mind and keep us stuck in toxic patterns that ruin relationships, sex and our sense of self. Anxiety, fear, and unmanaged stress can wreak havoc on our ability to hold on to a sense of hope. For BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ individuals, fear of violence and oppression adds more stress to the weight of these hardships.
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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 |
84% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Stress |
64% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
81% | Aetna |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
60% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in New York, NY see their clients
57% | In Person and Online | |
43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in New York?
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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.