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Top therapists in Elmira, NY accepting new patients
Elmira's mental health care is accessible through Headway's network of 8,482 empowering, affirming providers across Southside, Downtown, and surrounding areas. Enjoy free initial consultations, virtual or in-person sessions, and support for various needs with providers ready to help within the next two weeks.
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist. I received my Master's from Syracuse University and my Bachelor's from Houghton University. In undergrad, my focus was on developmental and social psychology with a minor in family studies. My post-graduate experience and training include therapeutic treatment with individuals, parent-child relationships, adolescents, couples, marriage, and whole families. Beyond the therapy room, I have worked with addiction for over 17 years and severe persistent mental illnesses for 3 years. Today I focus on treating mental health issues - whether with couples and marriages, families, or individuals - from a relational lens.
Hi, I'm Stephanie Kapral, a licensed psychologist in Corning, NY. I work with adult, adolescent, and child clients with a wide range of difficulties, including anxiety and stress, depression, relationship issues, trauma, mood disorders, life transitions, interpersonal effectiveness, ADHD, and ASD. I've been in private practice since 2004 and strongly believe it's a privilege to help people navigate the challenges, transitions, and uncertainties that are part of being human! My goal is to provide exceptional psychological service in a manner that is collaborative and person-centered.
Thank you for taking the time to read my bio! I have been a Licensed Social Worker for 17 years and believe that therapy is a wonderful tool for growth and change. My approach is to meet you where you are on your journey and help you live your best life!
I believe that most people already have a deep understanding of themselves and what they need, it can just be difficult to access that understanding when we’re overwhelmed, stuck, or caught in patterns that no longer serve us.
As a systems therapist, I look beyond the individual to understand the relationships, experiences, and environments that shape how we think, feel, and respond. I’m particularly interested in helping people understand interpersonal conflict and the patterns that develop between us, whether with a partner, family member, friend, or colleague.
Before booking, we recommend reviewing our full services and provider availability on our website: www.moovidapsychiatry.com/consultation
Hey - I'm Mike and as you can see from my photo I like to keep things on the more casual side with my clients. I weave fun, jokes, and genuine questions about your personal life into our care plan. If you're looking for a Psychiatric provider who is all business - I'm probably not the right fit. But if you're looking to work with someone who is down to earth, and willing to go the extra mile to be your true partner and confidant on this journey, I'd love to meet you. As a lifelong New Yorker, I understand the unique pressures, pace, and complexity of life here — and I use that insight to offer care that actually fits your world.
Hi! I believe so much in the power of genuine connection, and strive to create that during our work together. As a therapist, my approach is to create a comfortable, safe, and judgmental free environment for you to explore your experiences.
I am a licensed clinical professional in the city of New York with over 30 years of experience. I am a Psychoanalyst/Psychotherapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in Psychoanalysis/Psychotherapy, with Individuals, Couples, Adults, Families and Children. I also am equipped to use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psycho-Oncology, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Clinical Supervision, and Dual Diagnosis.
I have 45 years of experience and specialize in many areas of expertise - addictions, LGBTQ+ mood disorders, trauma, grief, workplace issues to name a few.. I am a total insurance based practice and slide scale if necessary. Therapy is a process of self healing , discovery, growth and positive change. I try to promote a relaxed, open empathic experience with support and feedback. Prior to a first visit , I will do a 15 minute free consultation to see if we are a good fit. If we schedule an appointment, I will find out insurance benefits because I like all financial expectations out of the way so that it does not take time out of the session. Forms and consents are also sent via email prior to the session, so that any " business" needs are out of the way.
I work with people facing anxiety and depression at some of life’s most demanding passages. New and expecting mothers figuring out who they are now that everything has changed. People sitting with a diagnosis that has upended their lives. Caregivers who have quietly lost themselves in someone else’s needs. People grieving. Adults deciding what comes next. Anyone in the middle of something hard that doesn’t have an easy name.
Before private practice, I worked at Mount Sinai Hospital supporting transplant, ICU, and acute rehabilitation patients and families. Lives changed overnight, and I learned to stay steady with fear, uncertainty, and loss. I received my MSW from NYU, hold a Designation in Palliative Care from the Center to Advance Palliative Care, and am completing the perinatal mental health certificate course through Postpartum Support International.
I am straightforward and curious, and I pay attention to both what’s said and what isn’t. I am also a mother, a daughter, a wife, and someone who has sat with grief and change in my own life. I see adults by telehealth anywhere in New York State.
My background includes almost 15 years in the financial and corporate world before I shifted gears to become a therapist. I have worked in corporate, government, and hospital settings. Key areas I support clients include managing difficult thought patterns and ways to have more direct and confident communication.
I also have expertise in the following areas:
--Anxiety
--Depression
--Workplace challenges/dynamics
--Grief
--Relationship challenges
--Supporting First Responders
--Facilitating workshops + webinars
--Facilitating onsite critical incidents + debriefings
--Expertise working in Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).
I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed by emotions, experience anxiety, struggle with self-worth, or want to better understand themselves and the experiences that have shaped them. For parents, therapy can provide space to better understand your own emotions and responses, explore how they influence the way you respond to your children, and strengthen the parent-child relationship. I provide telehealth therapy throughout New York.
As a licensed therapist in New York, I bring over two decades of experience supporting individuals through complex emotional landscapes. My practice focuses on helping people navigate addiction, legal system involvement, mood disorders, and trauma recovery. I am a certified provider of Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and trained in Seeking Safety, an evidence based model for co-occurring trauma and substance use. Much of my work has been with clients in the Hudson Valley region, including those connected to legal and correctional systems, and I bring a direct, compassionate approach to supporting their recovery and stability.
Hello there — I’m Nic 👋🏼
If you’re looking for a provider who doesn’t just listen but truly hears you, you’re in the right place. My goal is for you to leave each session with clarity, confidence, and those meaningful “ah‐ha” moments that move you forward.
With 20+ years in healthcare — from military corpsman, dental assistant, cardiac sonographer, a labor & delivery and behavioral health nurse — I bring a broad, compassionate, and grounded perspective to the work we’ll do together.
Let’s build a strong foundation for your well‐being, growth, and long‐term success.
About our therapists serving Elmira, NY



- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 80%Relationship issues
- 75%Trauma

- 96%Aetna
- 86%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 49%United Healthcare

- 98%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Russian
- 1%French
- 1%Hebrew

- 92%Online only
- 8%In-person or online

- 80%Woman
- 19%Man
- 1%Non-binary

- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 10%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 30%Family therapy
- 18%Couples therapy
- 15%Child or adolescent 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 Elmira
Searching for therapists in Elmira starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. A therapist can help with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, and life transitions. As you compare options, look for therapists whose listed specialties, training, and therapy approaches match what you want to focus on. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or couples counseling.
In a smaller city like Elmira, the number of nearby in-person therapists may be more limited than in larger New York markets. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed to provide care in New York. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, session format, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand a therapist’s communication style, areas of focus, and what a first session may look like.
Therapy in Elmira can be a significant investment without insurance, and using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept insurance, see estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person care when available. You can compare therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're experiencing or worried about violence, threats, or coercion in your relationship, couples therapy isn't usually the right starting point — individual support is safer. The National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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