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IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center

IHI Therapy Center

Treatment Center

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
322 8th Avenue, New York, NY 10001
Let's Connect (212) 243-2830
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
Expert Care for Every Identity
Are you navigating life’s challenges and seeking affirming support? We’re here for you. IHI provides accessible, expert LGBTQ+ affirming psychotherapy from empathic therapists who are LGBTQ+-identified and allied. IHI is the nation’s first and longest-running LGBTQ+-affirming psychotherapy and clinical training center, and we support people of all gender identities, sexual orientation, and racial, ethnic, and cultural intersectionalities. You deserve to thrive. We’re here to help.
Our Approach
IHI's expert, licensed professional psychotherapists, clinical supervisors, and advanced clinical interns are all highly equipped to meet the unique needs of LGBTQ+ individuals. Our services can help you navigate the ups and downs of life and the ongoing challenges we face as sexually- and gender-diverse people. In addition to traditional treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, and other mental health challenges, we can also help you explore your gender identity and/or sexual orientation, address relationship problems, help you through your coming out process, plan for family building, or support your own journey to self acceptance. Our approaches are anti-racist, trauma-informed, and framed from an intersectional. strengths-based perspective. Our therapists practice an array of integrative, therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, ACT, psychodynamic, humanistic, existential, solution-focused therapies, and more.
Reach Out for Support
Are you ready to talk? Reach out now! We invite you to visit our website to schedule an appointment. (www.ihitherapy.org) or call us at 212-243-2830. During your first session, you and your therapist will explore your current life experiences and identify the goals you want to focus on. Feel free to ask any questions about the therapeutic process as we get started. We accept many insurance plans and can handle electronic billing for both in-network and out-of-network providers. Everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, and we’re here to support your journey.
Take the first step to help. Call or IHI Therapy Center now - (212) 243-2830

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

IHI Therapy Center

322 8th Avenue

New York, NY 10001 map

(212) 243-2830
We specialize in LGBTQ+, Lesbian and Bisexual 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are teens, adults and elders (65+)  
Let's Connect (212) 243-2830
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC

Our Facility at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

IHI Therapy Center

322 8th Avenue

New York, NY 10001 map

(212) 243-2830
We specialize in LGBTQ+, Lesbian and Bisexual 
We accept insurance 
Our clients are teens, adults and elders (65+)  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $90

Payment Methods

Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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We're in-network with Aetna, United Healthcare/Oxford insurance plans & accept most out-of-network insurance benefits once clients reach their yearly deductibles. If your insurance covers out-of-network mental health, we will complete & submit all paperwork. Our cash pay rates are $90-$140/session.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830
"
We're in-network with Aetna, United Healthcare/Oxford insurance plans & accept most out-of-network insurance benefits once clients reach their yearly deductibles. If your insurance covers out-of-network mental health, we will complete & submit all paperwork. Our cash pay rates are $90-$140/session.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: New York / 005935
  • Years In Business

  • In Business for 52 years
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: New York / 005935
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Founded in 1973, The Institute for Human Identity is the nation's first and longest-running LGBTQ-affirming mental health services org.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830
"
Founded in 1973, The Institute for Human Identity is the nation's first and longest-running LGBTQ-affirming mental health services org.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Lesbian
  • Bisexual

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Adoption
  • Alcohol Use
  • All genders and sexual orientations welcome
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Positivity
  • Child
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Divorce
  • Domestic Abuse
  • Domestic Violence
  • Drug Abuse
  • Eating Disorders
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Mood Disorders
  • Narcissistic Personality (NPD)
  • Obesity
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Queer competent
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Trauma and PTSD
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At the heart of IHI is our commitment to providing LGBTQ-affirming mental health services. Therapy significantly improves mental health outcomes and is a critical tool for fostering emotional well-being, personal growth, and resilience. Whether you are navigating trauma, identity exploration, or simply seeking a space where you can be your authentic self, we're here to support your journey.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830
"
At the heart of IHI is our commitment to providing LGBTQ-affirming mental health services. Therapy significantly improves mental health outcomes and is a critical tool for fostering emotional well-being, personal growth, and resilience. Whether you are navigating trauma, identity exploration, or simply seeking a space where you can be your authentic self, we're here to support your journey.
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
or call with questions - (212) 243-2830

Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Age

Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Group

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Programs and Services

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Imago
  • Integrative
  • LGBTQ+ Affirmative Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (212) 243-2830
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (212) 243-2830

Groups

Location

Primary Location

IHI Therapy Center

322 8th Avenue

New York, NY 10001

(212) 243-2830
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
Take the first step to help. Call now - (212) 243-2830
Photo of Tara Lombardo - IHI Therapy Center, Treatment Center, MA, LMHC
IHI Therapy Center
Treatment Center
Take the first step to help. Call now - (212) 243-2830