Find a therapist in Canandaigua, NY — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Canandaigua, NY accepting new patients
Finding the right mental health support in Canandaigua is simplified through Headway's network of 8,741 providers serving neighborhoods including Waterfront, Central Canandaigua, and Residential areas. We accept 70+ insurance plans nationally, offering sessions as low as $0 with coverage. Whether you prefer virtual or in-person care, providers are available to start within days.
I have mire than 20 year providing mental health and counseling services. At this time, I spcecialize in grief, loss and life transitions.
I’m a Clinical Social Worker and Reiki Master/Teacher with 20+ years of experience committed to helping you explore pathways to attaining balance and well-being. I focus on providing a non-judgmental, warm, and safe space to process life experiences. I'm passionate about helping you feel heard and seen, while empowering you to identify and express yourself in ways that attune with your life goals.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with 8 years experience working in Behavioral Health. I started working in substance use treatment in 2016 and graduated with a MSW from University of Buffalo in 2019. I am trained in EMDR and Inference Based CBT for OCD.
If traditional talk therapy feels difficult, uncomfortable, or simply isn’t your thing, let’s try a different approach! As a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, Ciera uses art-making and creative self-expression to help clients explore LGBTQIA+ experiences, neurodiversity, anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Ciera believes therapy doesn’t have to look or feel a certain way to be meaningful. They value authenticity, curiosity, and thinking outside the box, creating space for clients to question expectations, explore their identities, and figure out what works for them.
Ciera's approach is warm and collaborative, with room for humor and honesty. You don’t have to show up with everything figured out, and you certainly don’t have to fit yourself into a box to belong in the therapy room. In sessions, you can explore what makes you you and build a life that feels more genuinely your own.
I’m glad you’re here! It’s a brave step to reach out. It is my hope that you feel welcomed by me, no matter where you may be in your life. It may feel scary or intimidating to begin therapy. My top priority is making it a comfortable, trusting, and safe experience for you. I treat overwhelmed and overburdened mothers, women of all ages, and young adults.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I graduated from St. John Fisher College with a master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling in 2016. Currently, I am pursuing my PhD within the University of Rochester’s Counseling and Counseling Education program. Outside of running my private practice I have been a supervising therapist and instructor at various local colleges.
Hello and welcome! I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist (LMFT) with over 6 years of experience supporting individuals and couples. My approach to therapy is compassionate, trauma informed and inclusive. I provide in-person sessions in Rochester, NY and telehealth sessions in NV. If you are new to therapy or are looking to restart, I welcome the opportunity to support you.
As a doctoral level licensed clinical psychologist I will support you through your journey of self-discovery, helping you develop coping strategies, improve relationships, and find internal balance. I also offer a wide range of assessments along with comprehensive diagnostic evaluations. I specialize in treating individuals with trauma history and eating disorders.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Canandaigua, NY



- 96%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 83%Trauma
- 79%Stress management
- 75%PTSD

- 92%Aetna
- 83%Cigna
- 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 67%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 58%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

- 100%English
- 4%German
- 4%Japanese

- 100%In-person or online

- 75%Woman
- 13%Man
- 13%Non-binary

- 42%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 13%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist

- 100%Individual therapy
- 33%Child or adolescent therapy
- 29%Family therapy
- 17%Couples therapy
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Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Canandaigua
Searching for therapists in Canandaigua starts with matching your needs to the right clinical experience. You may want support for anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for specialties, approaches, and populations listed in their profiles. Some therapists use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or acceptance and commitment therapy. Others may note experience with specific communities, ages, or concerns.
In a smaller city like Canandaigua, local in-person therapy options may be more limited than in larger parts of New York. Virtual appointments can expand your choices while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in New York. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you understand how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Canandaigua can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose from available in-person or virtual appointments. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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