Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

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Stephanie Maria Pena

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

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Available both in-person and online

Long Island City, NY 11101

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You're thoughtful, creative, and resilient — and you had to be. You grew up navigating between worlds, carrying more than your share, figuring out who you are in spaces that weren't built for all of you. You've built a life you're proud of. Yet underneath, there are old hurts and patterns that weigh you down. Maybe it's family dynamics that still run you. Maybe it's the weight of your identity — your queerness, your race, the parts that never quite fit. I'm a queer Afro-Latina therapist who works with LGBTQ+ people of color — professionals, grad students, creatives — ready to heal, not just cope. You don't have to carry it alone.

Together we'll get curious about the parts of you that hold it all together — the people-pleaser, the caretaker, the one who keeps the peace — and the old hurts underneath that drive them. The goal isn't just relief. It's reconnecting with who you actually are underneath all of that — so you can stop surviving and start building a life on your own terms.

I'm bilingual, bicultural, and I've navigated many of the same intersections my clients do — race, queerness, family, identity. My background in community organizing shapes how I show up: warm, direct, and real. I don't just listen, I get in it with you. Whether this is your first time in therapy or past experiences didn't fit, I'm here. Book your consult.

Call Stephanie Maria Pena now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 921-3641

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Long Island City, NY 11101

(646) 921-3641

My website

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Lesbian and Bisexual

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

Let's Connect (646) 921-3641

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Long Island City, NY 11101

(646) 921-3641

My website

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

I specialize in LGBTQ+, Lesbian and Bisexual

$150 Per Session, I accept insurance

I see individuals and couples

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

Finances

Fees

Individual Sessions $150
Couple Sessions $150

Payment Methods

ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Apple Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross and BlueShield
Cigna and Evernorth
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Meritain Health
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

I'm in-network with most Aetna, Anthem BCBS, Oxford, Oscar, and UnitedHealthcare plans. For out-of-network clients, I provide superbills if your plan accepts them. My billing service handles insurance and payment details so you can focus on you.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 092015 Stephanie Maria Pena

Education and Years In Practice

In Practice for 12 years

Attended Hunter College, CUNY, MSW, Graduated 2014

My background in community organizing shapes how I show up: warm, direct, and real. I have my MSW from Hunter College and have been practicing since 2014. I. I'm trained in approaches that help my clients heal from the past and build lives that actually feel like theirs.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

LGBTQ+
Lesbian
Bisexual

Expertise

Anxiety
Depression
Grief
Life Transitions
Marital and Premarital
Trauma and PTSD
Women's Issues

Old hurts that show up as anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and burnout — especially for people who grew up between worlds and worked hard to get where they are. Many of my clients navigate the intersection of queerness, race, culture, and family expectations. Using CBT, DBT, and mindfulness, we go beyond coping — we get to the root. The goal: freedom from what you've been carrying.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Endorsement

Dr. Juan B. Peña, PhD, LCSW

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW

Stephanies genuine connection and clinical skills create a supportive environment for clients. With years of experience working with BIPOC and LGBTQ+ individuals, she is relatable and someone they can count on.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals ,

Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied ,

Gay Allied ,

HIV / AIDS Allied ,

Lesbian Allied ,

Non-Binary Allied ,

Queer Allied ,

Racial Justice Allied ,

Transgender Allied

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior (DBT)

I use CBT and DBT to help you challenge old thought patterns and build emotional regulation skills that stick. Mindfulness helps quiet the noise so you can actually hear yourself. I draw on culturally responsive approaches — because the work has to honor who you are and where you come from. My goal: help you heal old hurts, build confidence, and create a life that actually feels like yours.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

Location

Primary Location

Long Island City, NY 11101

(646) 921-3641

My website

Nearby Areas

Cities

Counties

Queens

Zips

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

I work with LGBTQ people of color navigating family, identity, and the weight of doing it all. You don't have to carry it alone.

Stephanie Maria Pena

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Call for a free consultation now - (646) 921-3641

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