Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
New York, NY 10016
Let's Connect (929) 470-6186
Hello and welcome! Therapy serves two critical functions: 1) therapy is a scientific approach to mental health, addressing challenges through insights and targeted goals for enhanced functioning and well-being; 2) therapy embodies a humanitarian mission, much like education, by nurturing your curiosity and deepening your connection with self and others. I believe in a balanced approach that combines the two aspects to not only improve your mental health but also enrich your life with emotional literacy.
For those who appreciate the nuances of therapy, I incorporate treatment planning and regular progress checks into our work together. I am trained in EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS) for intensive trauma processing. In addition, I am certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and use Psychodynamic and Cognitive behavioral strategies for my work.
I care about your most presenting concern, and the work continues after we tackle our first challenge. I will work with you to navigate challenging situations, develop new insights, and establish self-leadership. For clients whose insurance (listed below) I am in-network with, you will only be responsible for your copay.
Call or Email Vera Shao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 470-6186
Let's Connect (929) 470-6186
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
- Government Employees Health Association (GEHA)
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellfleet
- Out of Network
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Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 012530 Vera Shao
- Attended Teachers College, Columbia University, M.A., Ed.M., Graduated 2020
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- ADHD
- Antisocial Personality
- Bipolar Disorder
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Internet Addiction
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Stress
- Women's Issues
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Pacific Islander
I also speak
Mandarin
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Single Mother
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Pacific Islander
I also speak
Mandarin
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- EMDR
- Family Systems
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Jungian
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Multicultural
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Trauma Focused
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC
Location
Nearby Areas
Cities
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 470-6186
Vera Shao
Counselor, LMHC