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Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Matthew Aboulafia

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
New York, NY 10017
Let's Connect (646) 759-1693
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Dealing with anxiety or depression can be very distressing. In those moments or times, our priority becomes finding relief. However, the bigger picture is that we must focus on learning the tools that shift our mood and create an emotionally more fulfilling lifestyle. Think about the times when you felt completely confident and happy. It is very unlikely you felt any emotional discomfort. An elevated and confident emotional state will banish emotional distress. It is the antidote. Why? Anxiety and depression, which result from fear and doubt, have no place when confidence and optimism take hold.
My expertise helps you reduce emotional discomfort by mastering mood elevation and achieving greater confidence. Doing so will make your life less stressful and more filled with joy. So, the answer to addressing emotional discomfort, anxiety, or depression has to do with building and enabling a more confident you.
We will never know our true life and emotional potential until we grasp these psychological tools, which can and will transform us into the best possible version of ourselves.
Call or Matthew Aboulafia now for a free 15 minute consultation - (646) 759-1693

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Matthew Aboulafia

New York, NY 10017

(646) 759-1693
I will be seeing new clients. Sessions though, until we are notified it is safe to congregate, will be by video. Best, Matthew Aboulafia
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Matthew Aboulafia

New York, NY 10017

(646) 759-1693
I will be seeing new clients. Sessions though, until we are notified it is safe to congregate, will be by video. Best, Matthew Aboulafia
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Self Esteem 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield
  • First Health
  • Health Choice
  • Magellan
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • WellCare
  • Out of Network
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (646) 759-1693
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Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / R031316 Matthew Aboulafia
  • In Practice for 41 Years
  • Certificate from NYCPT/Psychoanalyst Certificate / 1995
  • Attended Rutgers School of Social Work, Graduated 1983
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In my 40 years of clinical practice, I completed a full postgraduate training program in psychoanalysis, taught at various academic levels, lectured professionals on child behavioral issues, led scientific meetings, supervised psychologists and social workers, and was a board member of NYCPT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
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In my 40 years of clinical practice, I completed a full postgraduate training program in psychoanalysis, taught at various academic levels, lectured professionals on child behavioral issues, led scientific meetings, supervised psychologists and social workers, and was a board member of NYCPT.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 759-1693
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Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Self Esteem

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bisexual
  • Career Counseling
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Coaching
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Substance Use
  • Transgender
  • Weight Loss
  • Work: stress management, career coaching
Do these issues align with your needs? or (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Do these issues align with your needs? or (646) 759-1693
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Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Eclectic
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Existential
  • Family / Marital
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Interpersonal
  • Psychoanalytic
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
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Throughout my four decades of clinical practice, I have had the privilege of teaching at various academic levels and receiving advanced post-graduate training. With this wealth of experience, I have discovered powerful elements from various approaches that can equip each client with the psychological tools to build their confidence and overcome their emotional challenges.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
Throughout my four decades of clinical practice, I have had the privilege of teaching at various academic levels and receiving advanced post-graduate training. With this wealth of experience, I have discovered powerful elements from various approaches that can equip each client with the psychological tools to build their confidence and overcome their emotional challenges.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Location

Primary Location

Matthew Aboulafia

New York, NY 10017

(646) 759-1693
"
I will be seeing new clients. Sessions though, until we are notified it is safe to congregate, will be by video. Best, Matthew Aboulafia
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
"
I will be seeing new clients. Sessions though, until we are notified it is safe to congregate, will be by video. Best, Matthew Aboulafia
Call for a free consultation now - (646) 759-1693
Photo of Matthew Aboulafia, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Matthew Aboulafia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW