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Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor

Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy

Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP (he, him)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Brooklyn, NY 11237
Let's Connect (646) 798-6314
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As a counselor based in humanistic and relational cultural theory, I believe you are the person who knows yourself best. Throughout life, circumstances leading to disruptions in well-being can produce self-doubt, a negative view of self, and low self-worth. Even through these times, each person still has autonomy and the ability to make effective decisions that fit in accordance with their lives. One of my goals is to expand self-awareness so you can live in a more purposeful way that aligns with your values.
As a person and counselor, you can expect a warm, genuine attitude from me and an invested sense of care in your overall well-being. Throughout therapy, I offer compassion and encourage each individual to act in ways that are true to themselves with the notion of self-discovery being the key to greater authenticity.
Feel free to text my office at 917-426-1521 if you'd like to get started or have questions. If using insurance, my office manager is happy to check your benefits for you and lay out a fee structure. We also submit all claims for you and advocate for higher reimbursement rates on your behalf. We work with PPO and POS plans.
Call or Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 798-6314

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Expansive Therapy

Brooklyn, NY 11237

(646) 798-6314

Expansive Therapy

Forest Hills, NY 11375

I offer online therapy to anyone in the state of New York. Please call to inquire about my in-person availability!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Gender, and Identity Topics and Cultural and System Oppression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Expansive Therapy

Brooklyn, NY 11237

(646) 798-6314

Expansive Therapy

Forest Hills, NY 11375

I offer online therapy to anyone in the state of New York. Please call to inquire about my in-person availability!
I specialize in LGBTQ+, Gender, and Identity Topics and Cultural and System Oppression 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • Meritain Health
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Out of network benefits only
  • Oxford
  • PPO and POS plans
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • We submit claims for you
  • Out of Network
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We'll check your plan's out of network benefits and offer you a custom quote to approve before you begin therapy with us! All new clients are welcome to a free consultation call, and we happily handle all claims submission for you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
"
We'll check your plan's out of network benefits and offer you a custom quote to approve before you begin therapy with us! All new clients are welcome to a free consultation call, and we happily handle all claims submission for you.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP

Qualifications

    Mental Health Counselor: Nicholas Fager

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 008364-01 Nicholas Fager
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I received my master's at Saybrook University and my long-term aspiration is to cultivate connections with LGBTQ people and survivors of trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
"
I received my master's at Saybrook University and my long-term aspiration is to cultivate connections with LGBTQ people and survivors of trauma.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • LGBTQ+
  • Gender, and Identity Topics
  • Cultural and System Oppression

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Bisexual
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • Life Transitions
  • Men's Issues
  • Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
  • Peer Relationships
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I find it is essential to consider how a person's unique lived experiences, cultural background and exposure to trauma, oppression and discrimination contribute to the problems and concerns one is facing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
"
I find it is essential to consider how a person's unique lived experiences, cultural background and exposure to trauma, oppression and discrimination contribute to the problems and concerns one is facing.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

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

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

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

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Humanistic
  • Multicultural
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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My approach is collaborative while also letting you take the lead. Overall, I view each person as a unique individual which means our time together will be customized to suit your needs.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
"
My approach is collaborative while also letting you take the lead. Overall, I view each person as a unique individual which means our time together will be customized to suit your needs.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP

Location

Primary Location

Expansive Therapy

Brooklyn, NY 11237

(646) 798-6314

Additional Location

Expansive Therapy

Forest Hills, NY 11375

(646) 798-6314
"
I offer online therapy to anyone in the state of New York. Please call to inquire about my in-person availability!
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP
"
I offer online therapy to anyone in the state of New York. Please call to inquire about my in-person availability!
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 798-6314
Photo of Nick Fager - Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy, MHC-LP, Mental Health Counselor
Matty Rickard - Expansive Therapy
Mental Health Counselor, MHC-LP