Therapists in New York, NY
Jacqueline Bilikiewicz
Counselor, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Often in life we are faced with the unknown; the relationships, situations and experiences that may be or can feel outside of our control. With this uncertainty, fear often follows close behind. Everything can begin to feel a bit out of place. We temporarily lose our way. We do live in uncertain times which has greatly increased stressors and fears. However, what is also true is that we have this beautiful ability to adapt and continue to connect to joy. Connection is key. In our journey together, we will learn to embrace the uncertainty in life through a better understanding of you, leading to genuine healing.
Often in life we are faced with the unknown; the relationships, situations and experiences that may be or can feel outside of our control. With this uncertainty, fear often follows close behind. Everything can begin to feel a bit out of place. We temporarily lose our way. We do live in uncertain times which has greatly increased stressors and fears. However, what is also true is that we have this beautiful ability to adapt and continue to connect to joy. Connection is key. In our journey together, we will learn to embrace the uncertainty in life through a better understanding of you, leading to genuine healing.
Obstacles are sometimes inevitable in life, they can lead to various troubling emotions, such as stress, anger, sadness, fear, and confusion. But what is more important is how we handle these difficulties. Counseling is an effective and healthy way, it allows people to engage in emotional processing and help people better understand themselves and the communities around them. I offer bilingual English/Chinese counseling. I’m confident that as a counselor, I’m able to empathize with those clients who may experience issues associated with being from another country, and not speaking the same language as the mainstream culture.
Obstacles are sometimes inevitable in life, they can lead to various troubling emotions, such as stress, anger, sadness, fear, and confusion. But what is more important is how we handle these difficulties. Counseling is an effective and healthy way, it allows people to engage in emotional processing and help people better understand themselves and the communities around them. I offer bilingual English/Chinese counseling. I’m confident that as a counselor, I’m able to empathize with those clients who may experience issues associated with being from another country, and not speaking the same language as the mainstream culture.
I am a trauma specialist, with extensive training and experience helping people find healing after suffering. Whether you have been through childhood trauma, or the traumas that life can bring over time (illness, death, assault, among many others), you have come to the right place. At its heart, trauma disrupts connections. It disrupts connections in relationships, connections between thoughts, between our emotions, between body signals, and it disrupts our connection to self. Our work together will strive to reconstitute these links.
I am a trauma specialist, with extensive training and experience helping people find healing after suffering. Whether you have been through childhood trauma, or the traumas that life can bring over time (illness, death, assault, among many others), you have come to the right place. At its heart, trauma disrupts connections. It disrupts connections in relationships, connections between thoughts, between our emotions, between body signals, and it disrupts our connection to self. Our work together will strive to reconstitute these links.
Dr. Wendy Cheung, Ph.D
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10010 (Online Only)
My experience enables me to work with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, anger, psychosis, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. I also specialize in cultural and intergenerational issues such as culture shock, identity crisis, sense of belonging, and intergenerational and family issues associated with cultural conflicts. My goal is to help you relieve pain and suffering, reconnect you with the environments and people around you. I am devoted to the mission of helping you utilize your full potential for achieving important goals, and ultimately creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
My experience enables me to work with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, anger, psychosis, stress, trauma, and relationship problems. I also specialize in cultural and intergenerational issues such as culture shock, identity crisis, sense of belonging, and intergenerational and family issues associated with cultural conflicts. My goal is to help you relieve pain and suffering, reconnect you with the environments and people around you. I am devoted to the mission of helping you utilize your full potential for achieving important goals, and ultimately creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
Victoria Rivera, LCSW, Wellness Psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10120
Suffering with stress, anxiety or grief? If you want to feel better, please feel free to contact me, if I can not help you, I will help you with finding someone who can. Life is too short to suffer.
Suffering with stress, anxiety or grief? If you want to feel better, please feel free to contact me, if I can not help you, I will help you with finding someone who can. Life is too short to suffer.
Brooke Donatone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003 (Online Only)
Starting therapy can be daunting. I blend irreverence with a solution-focused approach to therapy. I enjoy helping clients tailor therapy to fit their needs and have been trained in many skills-based approaches. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families and a wide variety of issues. I have worked with people from many different cultures, ethnicities, religious backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and ages.
Starting therapy can be daunting. I blend irreverence with a solution-focused approach to therapy. I enjoy helping clients tailor therapy to fit their needs and have been trained in many skills-based approaches. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples, and families and a wide variety of issues. I have worked with people from many different cultures, ethnicities, religious backgrounds, genders, sexualities, abilities, and ages.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
Sam specializes in CBT and DBT – two of the most effective evidence-based therapeutic modalities – to help clients of all ages change unhelpful thought processes, face their fears, learn better emotional regulation, and build interpersonal skills. Sam’s solution-focused, client-centric treatment helps clients define their goals and allows them to leverage their own strengths and support systems to achieve them. Clients praise his warm demeanor, which makes them feel heard and valued during sessions, and leave treatment with newfound confidence and the tools to navigate life's challenges successfully and lead more fulfilling lives.
As a sex, love, and relationship therapist, I cater to a diverse range of clients seeking guidance and support in their intimate lives. I welcome individuals and couples navigating various relationship dynamics, whether exploring traditional partnerships, ENM, LGBTQ+ relationships, or seeking to deepen their understanding of intimacy. I serve clients who are eager to improve communication, reignite passion, overcome obstacles in their relationships, or explore their sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental space. My doors are open to those seeking to embrace their authentic selves, deepen their connections, and find fulfillment.
As a sex, love, and relationship therapist, I cater to a diverse range of clients seeking guidance and support in their intimate lives. I welcome individuals and couples navigating various relationship dynamics, whether exploring traditional partnerships, ENM, LGBTQ+ relationships, or seeking to deepen their understanding of intimacy. I serve clients who are eager to improve communication, reignite passion, overcome obstacles in their relationships, or explore their sexuality in a safe and non-judgmental space. My doors are open to those seeking to embrace their authentic selves, deepen their connections, and find fulfillment.
Stella Fischl
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Therapy is about accepting who you are, while also exploring the ways you can grow. I’m here to assist you in processing conflicts and experiences, and working on ways to help you cope and move forward. I use art therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to support introspection and healing. Art therapy can help you access and harness your strengths for healthy change, but you get to decide how much art making you want to integrate. If you haven’t made art since second grade - no worries! No artistic experience is necessary to benefit.
Therapy is about accepting who you are, while also exploring the ways you can grow. I’m here to assist you in processing conflicts and experiences, and working on ways to help you cope and move forward. I use art therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction to support introspection and healing. Art therapy can help you access and harness your strengths for healthy change, but you get to decide how much art making you want to integrate. If you haven’t made art since second grade - no worries! No artistic experience is necessary to benefit.
I believe that meaningful transformation is possible through the therapeutic process, and I am committed to helping you address the issues and conflicts which undermine your ability to achieve happiness and satisfaction. I have several years experience working with adults in a variety of settings (VA and private hospitals, university clinics and psychoanalytic institutes). My orientation is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, although I employ other approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and self psychology interventions, where appropriate. I also believe that understanding the role of culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation is a vital part of treatment.
I believe that meaningful transformation is possible through the therapeutic process, and I am committed to helping you address the issues and conflicts which undermine your ability to achieve happiness and satisfaction. I have several years experience working with adults in a variety of settings (VA and private hospitals, university clinics and psychoanalytic institutes). My orientation is primarily psychoanalytic/psychodynamic, although I employ other approaches, such as mindfulness, cognitive behavioral, and self psychology interventions, where appropriate. I also believe that understanding the role of culture, ethnicity, gender and sexual orientation is a vital part of treatment.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
Are you missing appreciation? Does he stonewall? Does she not stop criticizing? Anxious and having trust issues? Do you feel a lack of sexual desire? Fighting over sexual frequency? I can help you stop the negative cycle. Feel love again. Feel intimate again. Trained explicitly as a marriage and family therapist, I am a highly trained and experienced couples therapist. I believe in a collaborative approach and skilled at creating tools to foster healthy connections between couples and families. Together, we repair your relationship by introducing new methods of communication to increase empathy and flexibility.
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Deep in our hearts, we all share the need to be genuinely seen, heard, and understood. We all want to know that who we are, what we’ve experienced, and what we do matters. I believe that therapy is a place where we can show up fully as ourselves and feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment as we work towards being the best versions of ourselves.
Deep in our hearts, we all share the need to be genuinely seen, heard, and understood. We all want to know that who we are, what we’ve experienced, and what we do matters. I believe that therapy is a place where we can show up fully as ourselves and feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment as we work towards being the best versions of ourselves.
Allison Ross
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues can hinder your path. You might feel stuck or powerless, as if you have no control. You may struggle with intrusive thoughts or painful emotions, blaming yourself or others. And you might lose hope of things getting any better. But things can get better. And I’m here to support you during that transformation. I’ll help you identify and shift troubling thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to address your symptoms. We’ll work on increasing awareness and leveraging your strengths to develop coping strategies, overcome challenges, and build resilience.
Trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues can hinder your path. You might feel stuck or powerless, as if you have no control. You may struggle with intrusive thoughts or painful emotions, blaming yourself or others. And you might lose hope of things getting any better. But things can get better. And I’m here to support you during that transformation. I’ll help you identify and shift troubling thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to address your symptoms. We’ll work on increasing awareness and leveraging your strengths to develop coping strategies, overcome challenges, and build resilience.
Laurel Guerrero-Pendleton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck, sad, worried, confused, or all of the above? Are you in the middle of a life transition such as marriage, pregnancy, or a career change? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through and you need a safe space to explore your feelings and figure out how to navigate them? Has it been a long time since you have genuinely smiled? If any of this applies to you, you have reached the right page!
Are you feeling stuck, sad, worried, confused, or all of the above? Are you in the middle of a life transition such as marriage, pregnancy, or a career change? Do you feel like no one understands what you are going through and you need a safe space to explore your feelings and figure out how to navigate them? Has it been a long time since you have genuinely smiled? If any of this applies to you, you have reached the right page!
Julia Chislenko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10075
I believe that no one should face difficult times alone. The emotional pain of anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship issues might have left you lonely and isolated at the time when human contact is needed most. Opening up to your friends or family can be hard. By being warm, empathic, and non-judgmental, I provide a safe space where you can express yourself and feel seen and understood. Our work together can help you heal, get to know yourself better, find the strength to face difficulties, deepen communication with others, and ultimately lead a more aware, fulfilling life.
I believe that no one should face difficult times alone. The emotional pain of anxiety, depression, stress, or relationship issues might have left you lonely and isolated at the time when human contact is needed most. Opening up to your friends or family can be hard. By being warm, empathic, and non-judgmental, I provide a safe space where you can express yourself and feel seen and understood. Our work together can help you heal, get to know yourself better, find the strength to face difficulties, deepen communication with others, and ultimately lead a more aware, fulfilling life.
Libby Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016 (Online Only)
I’m glad you're here. I’m happy you’re here taking steps to make things better. Together, we’ll keep it real and take a look at what’s going on in your life. Are you the type of person who is a perfectionist, gives to others at your own expense, and who gets stuck in habit patterns? Maybe you’re even motivated to change some of this and ready to try new things because you don’t like feeling stuck in the same place over and over again? I help people who feel like things are going well but know things could be better. I believe we have control over our habits, and our habits do not have control over us.
I’m glad you're here. I’m happy you’re here taking steps to make things better. Together, we’ll keep it real and take a look at what’s going on in your life. Are you the type of person who is a perfectionist, gives to others at your own expense, and who gets stuck in habit patterns? Maybe you’re even motivated to change some of this and ready to try new things because you don’t like feeling stuck in the same place over and over again? I help people who feel like things are going well but know things could be better. I believe we have control over our habits, and our habits do not have control over us.
Lauren is a highly skilled Licensed Mental Health Counselor who obtained a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and a Masters of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University. Lauren approaches her work with warmth, compassion, and a results driven style. Lauren especially enjoys working with individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, family dynamics, trauma, and self-worth. She finds immense joy in helping people gain greater insights into one another to unlock deeper levels of connection in their relationships.
Lauren is a highly skilled Licensed Mental Health Counselor who obtained a Masters in Mental Health Counseling from New York University and a Masters of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University. Lauren approaches her work with warmth, compassion, and a results driven style. Lauren especially enjoys working with individuals struggling with life transitions, relationships, anxiety, depression, work/life balance, family dynamics, trauma, and self-worth. She finds immense joy in helping people gain greater insights into one another to unlock deeper levels of connection in their relationships.
Sometimes, children, adolescents, or adults might need guidance in determining the educational direction that works best for them. They might be facing challenges with education, attention, and/or social skills without knowing why, or they might have been previously assessed for these kinds of challenges and desire an update on their progress and current needs.
Sometimes, children, adolescents, or adults might need guidance in determining the educational direction that works best for them. They might be facing challenges with education, attention, and/or social skills without knowing why, or they might have been previously assessed for these kinds of challenges and desire an update on their progress and current needs.
Creating a space for someone to feel supported and heard is my first priority. The most important aspect of a therapeutic relationship is the dynamic between client and therapist. When you truly feel comfortable and understood by your therapist then that is when therapy can thrive. The goal in the work we do is to focus on assisting you in healing so that you are able to use the space and time we have to decipher what would work best for you to move forward.
Creating a space for someone to feel supported and heard is my first priority. The most important aspect of a therapeutic relationship is the dynamic between client and therapist. When you truly feel comfortable and understood by your therapist then that is when therapy can thrive. The goal in the work we do is to focus on assisting you in healing so that you are able to use the space and time we have to decipher what would work best for you to move forward.
Dr. Magdalena Buczek is a New York State Licensed Psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, adolescents, parents, and young adults. She takes a compassionate and collaborative approach in helping clients identify and achieve their emotional and behavioral goals.
Dr. Magdalena Buczek is a New York State Licensed Psychologist specializing in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for children, adolescents, parents, and young adults. She takes a compassionate and collaborative approach in helping clients identify and achieve their emotional and behavioral goals.
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Number of Therapists in New York, NY
3,000+
Average cost per session
$200
Therapists in New York, NY who prioritize treating:
94% | Anxiety |
89% | Depression |
84% | Relationship Issues |
78% | Self Esteem |
67% | Trauma and PTSD |
66% | Stress |
64% | Life Transitions |
Average years in practice
12 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
81% | Aetna |
62% | Cigna and Evernorth |
59% | UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH |
How Therapists in New York, NY see their clients
57% | In Person and Online | |
43% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
78% | Female | |
21% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counseling
How can I find a therapist in New York?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.