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Samuel Formanek
Licensed Mental Health Counselor
New York

In-network with

Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York (formerly Empire), Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Oscar Health, Oxford, and United Healthcare

Specializes in

Anxiety, Depression, Men's Issues, and Substance Use / Addiction

Great to meet you!

As a therapist, I start with the basic assumption that we all have a fundamental impulse for growth and well-being. Sometimes we need resources, guidance, and expertise to rediscover this. In my practice I am looking to engage clients to gain insight, discover motivation, and hone emotional skills. I am interested in providing the most conducive setting for people to cultivate their innate creativity, intelligence, and courage in navigating life’s challenges.

A bit about my approach to therapy

Thus far in my career, I have worked in a range of clinical settings, including outpatient mental health clinics, substance abuse treatment, and in-patient psychiatric hospitals. While I am grounded in CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness-based therapies, I employ an integrated approach to provide the most individualized and comprehensive care and support.

What you can expect from our first session

Technique and theory are important, but I hold rapport and trust as primary to any successful therapeutic relationship. I am interested in relating to clients as individuals and honoring their complexity, while working collaboratively towards goals for well-being and tapping their potential. If the content in my profile resonates, please reach out!


Samuel's style is

Open-minded
Affirming
Warm

Insurance carriers Samuel accepts

Aetna
Anthem
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare

More about Samuel

MS (Master of Science) at Pace University
License type: LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor)
Gender: Male
Ethnicity: Other Racial or Ethnic Background and Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Children, Adolescents, and Adults
More specialties: Relationship Issues, Trauma, Family Issues, Grief, Loss, and Stress
Modalities: Attachment-based, Acceptance & Commitment (ACT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Biofeedback, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Jungian, Mindfulness-Based (MBCT), Transpersonal, Psychodynamic, Positive Psychology, Experiential Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Location

145 Palisade Street Suite 396
DOBBS FERRY, NY 10522