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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in New York

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in New York

Wanda Gonzalez Suriel

Wanda Gonzalez Suriel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapy style is warm, interactive and empowering. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity and compassion.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Schecter

Stephanie Schecter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a music therapist, I believe music can deepen our sense of connection to ourselves and to the world, helping us gain insights to live a more fulfilled life.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Curative

Taylor Mefford

Taylor Mefford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is based in the belief that we are naturally drawn to healing, and my role in your life is to help invite those parts of yourself that will promote that healing.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Mare Rulapaugh

Mare Rulapaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

280 Madison Avenue, New York, NY

“I firmly believe that you are the expert on your experience, not the other way around, and I offer a collaborative approach towards change.”

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Molly Zimetbaum

Molly Zimetbaum

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with five years of experience providing individual and couples therapy in both private practice and community mental health settings. I earned my bachelor's degree from Tufts University and my Master of Social Work from New York University.

Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Direct, Inquisitive, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Sabrina Barrett

Sabrina Barrett

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adults navigating relationship stress, anxiety, shame, difficult patterns, trauma, and times when life looks successful on the outside but feels much messier internally.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Direct, Energetic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Curative


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Jordon

Brittany Jordon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8604 Main Street, Williamsville, NY

“I take a trauma-informed and person-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each client's unique experiences, strengths, and goals.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaé Smith

Shaé Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Know that you're working with a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) and certified perinatal mental health specialist (PMH-C) who centers healing justice...”

PTSD, Trauma, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Elliott Hewett

Elliott Hewett

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is built on the foundation of empathy, collaboration, and respect, with a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Valerie Gelber

Valerie Gelber

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a therapist, I bring flexibility and compassion and lead with warmth. I have worked across a range of settings, from supporting at-risk children and military families to community mental health, and that breath shapes how I meet each person exactly where they are.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Rosemarie Livingston

Rosemarie Livingston

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a relational and trauma informed approach to guide inner exploration and nurture personal growth.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gavin Hamnett

Gavin Hamnett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

437 East Allen Street, Hudson, NY

“Using RCS we can work to help you mindfully and compassionately recognize the trance like nature of the wounded states you often find yourself in...”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Davina Porter

Davina Porter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I earned my MSW from Hunter College with a focus on children and families. My work in shelters, foster care, schools, and psychiatric care shaped my passion for helping others heal. Since 2017, I’ve provided trauma-informed therapy to those navigating mood disorders, substance use, domestic violence, and sexual abuse with care and respect.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Heidi Fox

Heidi Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Hawley, NY


“I've spent 28 years in some of the hardest corners of mental health - two decades in the corrections system and several years doing crisis response in emergency rooms and on the street with New Jersey's mobile crisis teams.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Samantha Akins

Samantha Akins

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“For 16 years, I have helped individuals find their footing when anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief makes the path forward feel impossible.”

Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Kristen McLoud

Kristen McLoud

Therapist

Virtual • Maitland, NY


Hi! I'm Kristen.

If you are navigating a difficult chapter of your life, are feeling stressed, overwhelmed and anxious, and wondering how to move forward, I would be honored to help.

I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Touro University in New York. During my graduate training, I completed my clinical hours at the Postgraduate Center for Mental Health. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in both New York and Florida.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Sherene Henry

Sherene Henry

Therapist

Virtual • Larchmont, NY


“My approach is integrative and holistic, blending evidence-based psychotherapy with mindfulness-informed practices.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Affirming, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Hannah Gavios

Hannah Gavios

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a trauma-informed, strength-based therapist who believes that what has happened to us can shape us without having to define what comes next.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Renee Goodwin

Dr. Renee Goodwin

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“In therapy, people often become more aware of where empathy, respect, or understanding are missing in their lives—including in how they relate to themselves—and how that affects their choices and relationships.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Aramide Owolabi

Aramide Owolabi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I provide compassionate, long-term, and evidence-based psychiatric care. My approach is holistic and patient-centered...”

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Mikhail Glaz

Mikhail Glaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

303 5th Avenue, New York, NY

Reaching out is hard, especially if you've already tried therapy before and it didn't quite get you where you needed to go. I want you to know that doesn't mean something's wrong with you, it usually just means the approach wasn't the right fit. I've spent over a decade working with people carrying trauma and addiction, adults and teens both, and what I care about most is helping you feel truly understood, maybe for the first time, before we even get to the work of healing.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Oluwatoyin Aluko

Oluwatoyin Aluko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My goal is not simply to treat symptoms, but to help clients develop greater understanding, resilience, confidence, and hope as they work toward meaningful improvement in their lives.”

PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Joselin Herrera

Joselin Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In the 9 years of clinical experience helping families, I've had the joy of witnessing people's journey in emotional and personal growth.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Mike Ellis

Mike Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I've been doing this work for 28 years — and I'm still genuinely curious about the people I work with. I care about the whole arc of your life, not just the symptoms showing up right now. I integrate CBT, Internal Family Systems, mindfulness, and expressive arts, including music — depending on what each person actually needs. I'm LGBTQA+-affirming and bring a culturally responsive lens to every session. I don't assume, I ask. I work with adults across New York via telehealth, and I offer superbills that clients can submit to their insurance for potential reimbursement.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Creative, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Carelon Behavioral Health,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jihan Nacel

Jihan Nacel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I'm Jihan — a bilingual LCSW, second-generation Cuban/American Latina, and relational therapist

based in New York City, offering Telehealth sessions across New York State. I have four years of

clinical experience working with adults and adolescents across a range of concerns: anxiety, grief,

ADHD, major life transitions, trauma, burnout, and the kind of identity work that comes with being

young, bicultural, or figuring out who you are in a world that doesn't always have room for

complexity.

I'm proudly LGBTQ+ affirming and see clients across the gender and sexuality spectrum.

I work best with adolescents, young adults, and adults in the middle of something — a transition, a

loss, a recognition that old patterns aren't working. I'm not here to foster dependency or give you a

script for your life. I'm here to help you build the kind of self-understanding that goes with you.

Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Joseph Kasamba

Joseph Kasamba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide compassionate, whole-person care that supports both your emotional well-being and overall health so you can regain stability, clarity, and confidence in your life.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Theresa McMahon

Dr. Theresa McMahon

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a comfortable therapeutic environment to support individuals in identifying strengths while providing support through life's challenges.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York,

Kissy Avila

Kissy Avila

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, curious, and insight-oriented. I integrate CBT, psychodynamic, and attachment-based therapy...”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Donna Williams

Donna Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Poughkeepsie, NY


“My specialty is assisting those who struggle with PTSD, Depressive disorders, Anxiety disorders, Alcohol and Drug addictions, Trauma, Sexual and Physical Abuse, Anger Management, and Personality Disorders.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Cochran

Hannah Cochran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My treatment philosophy integrates psychopharmacology, therapeutic techniques, and alternative holistic methods.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Lisa Pryer

Lisa Pryer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


For more than 10 years, I have worked alongside people navigating serious mental health

challenges, career changes, and the everyday weight of keeping it all together. Whether

you are living with bipolar disorder, processing trauma, or figuring out your next step

professionally or personally, I bring both deep clinical training and lived perspective as a

working parent to our sessions. I would love to connect and start building something that

actually fits your life.

I received a B.A. in Psychology and an M.S. Ed. in Rehabilitation Counseling and Mental Health from Hofstra University. During my practicum and internship in a community clinic, I counseled people from 15-72 years of age with a range of mental health and vocational concerns. I developed a curriculum and led groups to build socialization skills in children ages 8-12. I also led a parenting skills group while at the clinic. As a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I worked with clients to explore career choices and assist with finding, obtaining, and keeping employment. I am also a Certified Work Incentive Practitioner, which allows me to advise public benefit beneficiaries on their entry or return to competitive employment and its effects on their benefits.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Nicole Gerace

Dr. Nicole Gerace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

56 Shepard Street, Walton, NY

“I provide a supportive, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Dr. Sylvie Messer

Dr. Sylvie Messer

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I’m a licensed clinical psychologist who works with adults and couples seeking to better understand themselves, make meaningful changes, and feel less stuck in patterns that no longer work for them. I aim to help individuals with a range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship difficulties, and major life transitions. I value honesty and openness in therapy and bring a warm but straightforward approach to my work. I recognize how vulnerable the therapeutic relationship can be; therefore, I strive to discuss what I notice constructively while creating space for you to be equally open with me. I see the therapeutic relationship and mutual trust as integral to creating meaningful change.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Kristin Sroka

Kristin Sroka

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My priority is to offer a safe and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, supported, and respected.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Tallat Shahzadi

Tallat Shahzadi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“A warm, trusting, non-judgmental, and respectful professional relationship that promotes healing, self-growth, and empowerment in clients to overcome their present life challenges.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Heather Vani

Heather Vani

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I approach therapy as a highly curated plan for each individual. Everyone has different needs, life experiences and will have their therapy tailored to fit them.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Elizabeth Pena-Franqui

Elizabeth Pena-Franqui

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a friendly approach with my clients, this is why I believe therapy begins where the client wants to begin.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jersey Garcia

Jersey Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring warmth, humor, and grounded presence into the virtual therapeutic space, so clients feel seen, safe, and supported from the very first moment.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Humorous

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna

Vicelys Huang

Vicelys Huang

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a caring, supportive, and understanding environment to empower you to make the best choices for your life.”

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Naomie Jean Bart

Naomie Jean Bart

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“For more than 26 years, I have been walking alongside veterans, adolescents, families, and individuals through some of life's most demanding chapters.”

PTSD, Trauma, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

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