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Anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Brooklyn, NY

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Top anxiety and depression therapists and psychiatrists in Brooklyn, NY

Anxiety and depression affect many in Brooklyn's diverse neighborhoods including Williamsburg, Park Slope, and DUMBO. Headway connects you with warm, solution-oriented providers trained in relaxation training, exposure therapy, and stress management tailored to your needs.

Levi Rapoport

Levi Rapoport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I use Mindfulness to help people distinguish themselves from their thoughts and feelings, and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to change the way they feel by changing how they think, and to develop unconditional self-acceptance.”
Anxiety, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yessenia Ayala

Yessenia Ayala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


What if improving your relationships isn’t starting together, but starting with you? As a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I work with individuals who are curious about their relationship patterns and ready to create meaningful change from the inside out. You may feel stuck in recurring dynamics, find yourself questioning how your family background shapes your relationships, or want to communicate more effectively. Together, we create a space to gain clarity, better understand what’s driving these patterns, and begin making intentional shifts toward healthier, more balanced relationships.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Leah McLaughlin

Leah McLaughlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I understand how difficult it can be to live with depression, anxiety, and past trauma, and I want you to know that you are not alone.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Elisa Smith

Elisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I specialize in guiding individuals through difficult life transitions, particularly grief and loss.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Eliza Glovin

Eliza Glovin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I am passionate about building a warm and safe environment that encourages curiosity, vulnerability, and change.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Yasmin Potts-Thomas

Yasmin Potts-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“She is a firm believer that a strong therapeutic relationship is what makes therapy special and effective.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Harris

Nicole Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I primarily work with women who are navigating anxiety, depression, grief, and the impact of past experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Catherine Asher

Catherine Asher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I offer a safe space in person to transform difficult feelings and separate you from the daily stress and anxiety.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ellen Kessel

Dr. Ellen Kessel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.1 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My style is warm, thoughtful, direct, and engaged. I help clients make sense of what they are experiencing while also building greater flexibility, self-trust, and capacity for change.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Julie Spooner

Dr. Julie Spooner

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.2 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“Dr. Spooner knows that you simply need to identify and uncover certain roadblocks that interfere with your potential.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Irma Yavno

Irma Yavno

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • New York, NY


Hi there and welcome!

My priority is supporting clients on their journeys towards personal healing & growth.

In 2010, I received my MSW/LMSW. While doing outpatient clinical work at the NYC non-profit agency JBFCS, I became an LCSW. In 2016, I began to establish my private psychotherapy practice, focusing on young and professional adults presenting with a broad variety of life challenges.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Suzy Charnas

Suzy Charnas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I look forward to understanding the unique qualities and experiences that comprise your personality and lifestyle to assist you in obtaining tangible improvement in quality of life.”
Anxiety, Eating disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sarah Greenberg

Dr. Sarah Greenberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My style is active, collaborative, and goal-oriented. We'll figure out what matters to you, what's getting in the way, and what actually helps.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mariko Tsutsumi

Mariko Tsutsumi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • New York, NY


I have been trained in expressive arts therapy and is a certified gestalt therapist. I utilizes the arts according to each person’s abilities to imagine and develop body awareness. My eclectic approach suits people who seek to find themselves in mental health. As a blind Japanese immigrant, I work especially well with differently-abled people and Pan Asians.

Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valery Yezersky

Valery Yezersky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration, discovery, and healing. By utilizing unconditional positive acceptance, my goal is to help clients add to their social and emotional knowledge so they can navigate through difficulties in ways that foster self-esteem, well-being, and growth.

Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nick Galef

Dr. Nick Galef

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach tends to be curious, warm, and focused on helping you to find new ways of understanding your current predicament.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Carroll

Shannon Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“My theoretical leaning is Rogerian, which means that at each session you will experience unconditional positive regard, empathy and presence.”
Anxiety, Depression, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rob Fierstein

Rob Fierstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“My work integrates psychodynamic understanding with mindfulness-based approaches to identify patterns, deepen self-awareness, and strengthen self-reliance.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Lugo

Dr. Sandra Lugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • New York, NY


“An essential feature of this approach is that a person and the therapist develop a unique and trusting relationship.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Silverman

Elizabeth Silverman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I approach therapy as collaborative journey to understand more about our selves, experiences, and relationships.”
Anxiety, Depression, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Henry Chanin

Henry Chanin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I firmly believe that the client has the answers, it is my job to ask the right questions; this collaboration is at the heart of meaningful work together.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Liliana Rusansky Drob

Dr. Liliana Rusansky Drob

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I have an eclectic approach to treatment tailored to the quality of emotional and behavioral problems presented by the person seeking help.”
Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosa Ruey

Rosa Ruey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My practice philosophy is informed by my anti-oppressive, anti-racist, body positive, sex positive and LGBTQI affirmative attitude.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chamin Ajjan

Chamin Ajjan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I bring over 25 years of experience to my work with individuals, couples, and groups, helping them move from feeling overwhelmed to truly empowered.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mollie Aklepi

Mollie Aklepi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I am here to be your teammate, providing a safe, inclusive space where you can build a life that feels genuinely yours.”
Anxiety, Depression, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Nathan

Jennifer Nathan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My style is warm, respectful and collaborative. I tailor therapy to meet your needs using holistic and evidence-based techniques...”
Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Trauma
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Michael Blecher

Michael Blecher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


“I bring creativity, curiosity, and real-world understanding to therapy. I have also worked in academia and volunteered as an EMT.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jeffrey Donato

Jeffrey Donato

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My goal is to collaborate with you and provide a safe environment for you to share, create worthwhile and achievable goals, and ultimately become the best version of yourself.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
David Huggins

David Huggins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


“The goal of virtually all forms of therapy is to help you identify your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


“I strongly believe in tailoring my therapeutic interventions to cater to the unique needs of each person I encounter, guided by a firm belief in the inherent worth of every individual.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Rachel Luckman

Dr. Rachel Luckman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


I am a New York state and New Jersey state licensed clinical psychologist. I received my doctorate in psychology from Long Island University-Post. I completed an APA accredited internship from Mt. Sinai Services-Elmhurst Hospital Center. I received postdoctoral training from New York University Counseling and Wellness Services. I specialize in working with adults with concerns regarding career, relationships, life transitions, identity, anxiety, eating disorder/body image, and grief/loss.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Florencia Bernthal

Florencia Bernthal

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY


“The psychoanalytic method is an invitation to a unique logical way of seeing, understanding, and definitively making novel decisions in life.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nia Walters

Nia Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is grounded in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Julie Fotheringham

Julie Fotheringham

Therapist

In-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“My practice is psychoanalytically oriented, a method that believes that there are rich depths behind your suffering waiting to be uncovered.”
Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Identity issues
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christie Lee

Christie Lee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“I offer a supportive, attuned, and sustained therapeutic space where clients can slow down and better understand their internal experiences, including patterns shaped by past and present relationships.”
Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rivkah Kaufman

Rivkah Kaufman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I combine trauma-focused, mindfulness-, and insight-based psychotherapies to help my clients cope with everyday challenges and see how they relate to long-standing behavior patterns.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Von Berg

Victoria Von Berg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“I am a progressive therapist who offers non-judgmental, light therapy approach based on mental, physical and spiritual principles of human health.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Arjun Viswanathan

Arjun Viswanathan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is evidence-based, compassionate, and centered on shared decision-making, ensuring your voice and needs guide your care.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Meade

Nicole Meade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • New York, NY


“Nicole uses her vast experience as an advanced practice nurse to meet clients where they are, recommend holistic interventions that can improve mental health outcomes...”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mare Rulapaugh

Mare Rulapaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • New York, NY


“I firmly believe that you are the expert on your experience, not the other way around, and I offer a collaborative approach towards change.”
Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with anxiety and depression located within 20 miles of Brooklyn, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Brooklyn, NY
There are over 291 therapists in Brooklyn, NY accepting new patients.
291+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 82%Relationship issues
  • 81%Stress management
  • 78%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 90%Aetna
  • 63%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 61%Cigna
  • 55%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 4%Russian
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 30%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 22%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Clinical Psychologist
  • 10%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy

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