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You're not broken! You are healing. If you are navigating deep seated trauma, high-stress anxiety, or major life transitions, it is incredibly easy to feel stuck, exhausted, or disconnected from yourself. But you don't just need a passive sounding board or a temporary fix. You want relief that lasts, and you deserve to feel safe, understood, and empowered to move forward with absolute clarity. You want a collaborator who listens deeply, challenges gently, and actively helps you reconnect with your natural resilience so you can finally feel like yourself again.
As a trauma specialist, I help adults move past traditional talk therapy to clear pain at the root. We use a specialized, tailored blend of EMDR to retrain stuck neural pathways, somatic work to release cellular stress, and CBT to break old patterns of self-doubt. You’ll get warm, collaborative care designed for lasting emotional well-being.
You don’t have to face this journey alone. I offer free 15-minute phone consultations so you can share what you're looking for, ask questions, and experience how we fit. Even if you're unsure where to begin, this is a safe, no-pressure space to explore your options. Reach out today, and let's get you moving forward with confidence.
Call or Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski now for a free 15 minute consultation - (332) 249-1704

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New York, NY 10038

(332) 249-1704

New York, NY 10013

My website
I offer premium online therapy across NY, CT, and FL. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation directly on my website calendar today.
I specialize in Anxiety, Family Conflict and Trauma and PTSD 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
In a non-judgmental, safe and supported space reserved just for you, let's talk.
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Let's Connect (332) 249-1704
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

New York, NY 10038

(332) 249-1704

New York, NY 10013

My website
I offer premium online therapy across NY, CT, and FL. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation directly on my website calendar today.
I specialize in Anxiety, Family Conflict and Trauma and PTSD 
$225 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
In a non-judgmental, safe and supported space reserved just for you, let's talk.
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $225
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa, Zelle

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network with major plans in NY, CT, and FL (Aetna, Optum, UnitedHealthcare) and offer courtesy billing for NYSHIP. Out-of-network clients receive full documentation (superbills) for quick, effortless reimbursement. Limited sliding scale slots are available.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704
"
I am in-network with major plans in NY, CT, and FL (Aetna, Optum, UnitedHealthcare) and offer courtesy billing for NYSHIP. Out-of-network clients receive full documentation (superbills) for quick, effortless reimbursement. Limited sliding scale slots are available.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 092420 Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended Adelphi University, Masters in Social Work
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Connecticut 58.011358 / 2021
  • License: Florida SW19289 / 2021
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I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in NY, FL, and CT with over 10 years of experience. Specializing in trauma-informed, evidence-based care, I utilize advanced tools like EMDR, somatic work, and CBT to help high-achieving adults clear stress and trauma at the root.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704
"
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in NY, FL, and CT with over 10 years of experience. Specializing in trauma-informed, evidence-based care, I utilize advanced tools like EMDR, somatic work, and CBT to help high-achieving adults clear stress and trauma at the root.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Family Conflict
  • Trauma and PTSD

Expertise

  • Anger Management
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • First Responders
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Mood Disorders
  • Polyamory & ENM
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Veterans
  • Women's Issues
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I partner with high-achieving professionals, first responders, and adults to clear the heavy weight of complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and chronic stress. Moving past traditional talk therapy, our work focuses on active, targeted somatic tools and EMDR. You can expect to safely process old blocks, break cycles of self-doubt, and reclaim your natural resilience.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704
"
I partner with high-achieving professionals, first responders, and adults to clear the heavy weight of complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, and chronic stress. Moving past traditional talk therapy, our work focuses on active, targeted somatic tools and EMDR. You can expect to safely process old blocks, break cycles of self-doubt, and reclaim your natural resilience.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704

2 Endorsements

Damaris Enid Cordero Acevedo
Damaris Enid Cordero Acevedo
PsychologistPsyD
I endorse Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, LCSW, as a highly competent and attuned clinician. She demonstrates a deep understanding of clinical theory and evidence-based interventions, while maintaining a trauma-informed, client-centered approach.
Lindey Bartolucci
Lindey Bartolucci
PsychologistPsyD
I've had the pleasure of working with Ruth as a colleague. I can confidently say that she is a conscientious clinician who takes the time to develop treatment plans tailored to each client's needs. She is kind and skilled in evidence based psychotherapy.

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Immuno-disorders
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • EMDR
  • Humanistic
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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I use an active blend of EMDR to retrain stuck neural pathways, somatic/breath work to release physical trauma, and CBT to break patterns of anxiety. In our sessions, you won't just talk about the pain, you will experience a safe, collaborative, and grounded space designed to clear stress at the root and reconnect you with your natural resilience.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704
"
I use an active blend of EMDR to retrain stuck neural pathways, somatic/breath work to release physical trauma, and CBT to break patterns of anxiety. In our sessions, you won't just talk about the pain, you will experience a safe, collaborative, and grounded space designed to clear stress at the root and reconnect you with your natural resilience.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (332) 249-1704

Location

Primary Location

New York, NY 10038

(332) 249-1704

Additional Location

New York, NY 10013

(332) 249-1704
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I offer premium online therapy across NY, CT, and FL. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation directly on my website calendar today.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (332) 249-1704
"
I offer premium online therapy across NY, CT, and FL. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation directly on my website calendar today.
Photo of Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ruth Alcantara-Zboinski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (332) 249-1704