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Denise Walters

Denise Walters

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a strength-based, person-centered approach to therapy and help people to find their own potential.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented

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

Ariel Escobedo

Ariel Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy works best when you feel genuinely heard, respected, and comfortable being yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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

Aleksandra Bator

Aleksandra Bator

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I focus on affirming clients' struggles, helping clients recognize their strengths, and helping clients find solutions to the issues they are facing.”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Patricia Rykert

Patricia Rykert

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My focus is that with every session, the patient learns to use a skill set to help them address the issues until the following session.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD,

Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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

Teresa Johnson

Teresa Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In my 19 years of work with people facing serious illness and cancer, I have walked with individuals and families...”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shunthenia Hill

Shunthenia Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Brighton, NY


“I specialize in support individuals with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and challenging relationships.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Lynley Walter

Lynley Walter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that each person has the capacity for growth and the ability to access the tools necessary for psychological freedom.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Jennifer Siemann

Jennifer Siemann

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I received my Master’s degree from Fordham University and my BA in Psychology from SUNY Old Westbury. I utilize a trauma-informed approach while incorporating principles of Positive Psychology into my work. I currently work with the IDD/MH population, providing crisis prevention and intervention. I support a wide range of individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, daily stressors, and adjustment.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Hazel Sherin

Hazel Sherin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that therapy can be a transformative experience when given a space that invites vulnerability, curiosity and inspires introspection.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

Filomena Difranco

Filomena Difranco

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and solution-oriented, creating a safe space where you can be yourself.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Melissa Ayen

Melissa Ayen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner dedicated to helping individuals improve their emotional well-being and quality of life. I provide evaluation, diagnosis, medication management, and supportive therapy for a variety of mental health concerns. I strive to create a welcoming, respectful environment where clients feel heard and supported.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Madeleine Quercia

Madeleine Quercia

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm passionate about guiding my clients to gain clarity, integrate positive skills and develop healthy habits that help to transform their lives.”

Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Maternal Mental Health,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fatima Lundy

Fatima Lundy

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I will not simply nod and reflect your words back to you. I will challenge you — gently but firmly — because that is where growth happens.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Dennise Gregory

Dennise Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients feel understood, empowered, and able to create meaningful change.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Fitzsimmons

Susan Fitzsimmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

141 Tompkins Avenue, Pleasantville, NY

“I work collaboratively with clients in a person-centered approach to work towards goals in different areas of life.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Sharon Maguire

Sharon Maguire

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I find great fulfillment in being part of the therapeutic process and witnessing the positive changes that clients make in their lives.”

Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Dr. Shelley Savage

Dr. Shelley Savage

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I offer integrative, trauma-informed care rooted in clinical science, creativity, and cultural humility.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance

Peter McCarthy

Peter McCarthy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away

188 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY

“My approach emphasizes pragmatic problem-solving and goal setting while fostering personal accountability and self awareness.”

Anxiety, Family Issues, Relationship Issues, Trauma

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Kraus

Matthew Kraus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

127 South Broadway, Nyack, NY

“I practice therapy as a engaged part of the conversation and you are not likely to hear me say "so, how did that make you feel?"”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Janay Jones

Janay Jones

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is strengths-based, nonjudgmental, person-centered, culturally-responsive, and trauma-informed.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York,

Gail Geiger

Gail Geiger

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm warm, down-to-earth, and genuinely curious about people, and I want my clients to feel that they can show up as they are—without having to have everything figured out first.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

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

Dr. Farrah Tassy

Dr. Farrah Tassy

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is not only to reduce symptoms but also to help you better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and build skills that continue to serve you long after treatment ends.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Carelon Behavioral Health

Natasha Fortune

Natasha Fortune

Therapist

Virtual • Long Is City, NY


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel heard and understood, but also a place where meaningful change can occur.”

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Desiree Hopkinson

Desiree Hopkinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach to providing care is to focus on identifying and challenging negative thought patterns that contribute to distressing emotions or behaviors.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive

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

Gayle Wiley

Gayle Wiley

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have 25 yrs of experience in a variety of settings including emergency rooms, medical units, long-term care facilities & inpatient mental health units. I have provided hands-on case management, crisis intervention, discharge planning and end-of-life support as well as lead teams in those settings. My goal is to identify client's challenges that cause pain, sadness, frustration, anger and even confusion and help them move forward in living their lives to their fullest potential.

Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Andrews

Abigail Andrews

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

855 New York 146, Clifton Park, NY

Are you feeling alone and stuck in a transitional period in your life and that your mind is filled with negative thoughts directed towards yourself creating conflict or distance in your relationships with others? You are feeling hopeless and are having low energy, like you are about to give up? While you may not know the tools to help you, you do know what has not been working for you. Together we can build your own toolbox for you to help embrace control in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura MacDonald

Laura MacDonald

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that change is possible when you can learn to manage the stress, fear, trauma, or other obstacles impeding your progress.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Participatory, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“There are times when a person feels emotionally "stuck" and feel there is no way to undo it. I know this view well myself!”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niki Vescio

Niki Vescio

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach to therapy is warm, compassionate, collaborative, and individualized to each client's needs and goals.”

Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Zachery Hammond

Zachery Hammond

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a licensed mental health counselor in New York. I am experienced working with clients from a multitude of backgrounds and age groups. I enjoy working with people replace maladaptive behaviors with healthy alternatives.

Anxiety, Depression, PTSD

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York,

Elliot Rosenbaum

Elliot Rosenbaum

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients can expect an incredibly warm, compassionate, and understanding demeanor in their first session by the provider.”

Eating Disorders, Family Issues, OCD, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Claudia Leder-BOOKSPAN

Claudia Leder-BOOKSPAN

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My mission is to provide you with a respectful, safe, and judgement free atmosphere, coupled with proven modalities, so understanding and growth can occur.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Kelly Zepf

Kelly Zepf

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am committed to providing a warm, open, and supportive space where you feel safe to share your story. My approach is grounded in kindness, collaboration, and genuine care, allowing us to build a trusting relationship at your own pace.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jemila McPhee

Jemila McPhee

Therapist

Virtual • Jamaica, NY


“My approach blends evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness, with a warm, collaborative environment.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Niccole Lorenzo

Niccole Lorenzo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy is a process, however, I like to provide tools that clients can begin to use after their first session.”

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts,

Dominique White

Dominique White

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With over 12 years of experience as an eating disorder expert, I've had the privilege of helping parents, teens and young adults through their weight restoration and reintegration journeys.”

Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Maternal Mental Health,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Emily Tyler

Emily Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“DBT focuses on the balance of acceptance and change to help us to determine how to start as we are and develop realistic plans to make desired changes to our lives.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Ezra Miller

Ezra Miller

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy works best when you feel understood, supported, and comfortable being completely honest about what you're experiencing.”

Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Brown

Mary Brown

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Together, let's work to increase awareness of your emotions and feelings, leading you to gain a deeper understanding of any negative thought patterns or behaviors that could be preventing you from living the best life that is meant for you.”

ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. Karen Graves-Scheffold

Dr. Karen Graves-Scheffold

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I've worked with many diverse populations over the years, such as children and adolescents with serious emotional disturbance, older adults, and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.”

Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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