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Top therapists in Elmira, NY accepting new patients

Elmira's mental health care is accessible through Headway's network of 8,501 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.

Lauren Deaven

Lauren Deaven

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I blend Art Therapy, EMDR/Flash, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you gently resolve what's holding you back—without having to relive the past over and over.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Briana Cretella

Briana Cretella

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi! I’m Briana. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Brooklyn, NY. I work primarily with adults and young adults navigating life transitions, managing stress, and coping with anxiety and depression.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Heller

Vanessa Heller

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space grounded in self-compassion, where all parts of you are honored and shame can soften.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zunaira Mian

Zunaira Mian

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through our work together, I can assist you in building coping strategies, gaining insight, and building confidence through a strength prospective lens.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Baruch Gubnitsky

Baruch Gubnitsky

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“My style is warm, direct, and down to earth. I work collaboratively with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, stress, relationship concerns, and major life transitions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michiko Yamaguchi

Michiko Yamaguchi

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“With over 25 years of experience working with adolescents in schools and adults in private practice, I bring cultural sensitivity and clinical expertise to every session.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Wynn

Cynthia Wynn

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a therapist who is compassionate and very understanding. My goal is to help you feel comfortable in therapy and make the necessary changes that you want to achieve for yourself.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
DeAnn Thompson

DeAnn Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard and empowered throughout your mental health journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dana Ashli Lyttle

Dana Ashli Lyttle

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I want to understand what is happening in your actual life: the relationships, the pressures, the patterns, and build something useful together.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean Rafferty

Jean Rafferty

Therapist

Virtual • Ridge, NY


Hi, I'm Jean, an LCSW-R with over 20 years experience helping adults and couples with anxiety, relationship issues and life changes. I provide a supportive dialogue to foster healing and growth, giving you practical tools for lasting confidence and self actualization.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adaoma Ejimbe

Adaoma Ejimbe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My experience in some of the most complex psychiatric environments has shaped my ability to meet patients without judgment...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rachel Prince

Rachel Prince

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I earned my License in Clinical Social Work from Nazareth College and my MBA from University of Rochester. My background is in therapy, coaching, applied behavior analysis and working with organizations, teams and leaders to foster workplace cultures built on trust, engagement and well-being.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ariel Rios

Ariel Rios

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I primarily work with adults experiencing anxiety, panic, chronic stress, and major life transitions. Whether you've been feeling overwhelmed for years or recently found yourself stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, we'll work together to understand what's keeping the cycle going and build practical skills to help you move forward.

As a licensed clinical social worker with experience in university mental health, I've supported adults facing academic, career, and personal challenges. I believe therapy should be both compassionate and practical, giving you a place to feel understood while also helping you develop skills you can use in everyday life.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yinuo Dong

Yinuo Dong

Virtual • New York


“I'm a Brooklyn based Chinese American therapist with a community oriented and growth centered approach to mental health.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Perlman Szekely

Rachel Perlman Szekely

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that every client is different and deserves their own individualized, flexible, and creative approach.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gabriella Torres

Gabriella Torres

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Talk therapy is powerful — but it isn't the only door into healing. I use art therapy, play therapy, drama therapy, and recreational therapy to help clients access emotions, memories, and parts of themselves that don't always come out in...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Samantha Wilkinson

Samantha Wilkinson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


With sixteen years of experience in mental health and social work, I bring a warm, calm, and nurturing presence to every therapeutic relationship. My background spans a wide range of settings - from working with senior adults and neurodivergent individuals to my current role as a Clinical Program Coordinator in correction-based operations - giving me a deeply grounded, real-world perspective on resilience and healing. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice from Delaware State University and a Master of Social Work from Fordham University, and I am licensed as both an LMSW and LCSW in the State of New York. I also integrate Christian counseling for clients who find meaning and support in their faith.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Kayla Gottlieb

Dr. Kayla Gottlieb

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


Hello and welcome!

I am a licensed clinical psychologist in NY who believes deeply in supporting my clients through all lifes challenges and growing pains.

Together, I strive to create a warm and inviting space of growth and opportunity to feel more peace internally.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Finn

Deborah Finn

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I view therapy as a partnership. My role is to help clients identify and gain insight into their specific situations and to explore new, different ways to think and respond.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patrice Barnes-Tracey

Dr. Patrice Barnes-Tracey

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use evidence-based and culturally responsive approaches tailored to each client's unique needs and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peggy Hardy

Peggy Hardy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I lead with compassion, experience, and directness. My approach is collaborative — I listen closely, ask the right questions, and involve you in every decision.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Deanne Busch

Deanne Busch

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a warm, empathetic approach while helping clients build practical tools to manage stress, anxiety, grief, and life changes.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Beil

Jessica Beil

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As an Asian American clinician, I bring a culturally responsive lens to everything I do, and I'm especially attuned to the ways culture, identity, family expectations, and lived experience shape how we feel and how we heal.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carin Skapars

Carin Skapars

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel genuinely understood and supported, while also gaining practical tools to create meaningful change.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Widdows

Michelle Widdows

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and individualized. I provide thoughtful medication management and supportive care...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pedro Collado

Pedro Collado

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I tailor treatment to each individual's needs, creating a warm, collaborative, and supportive environment where meaningful growth and lasting change can take place.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashana Badlani

Ashana Badlani

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to create a safe, inclusive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their mental health within the context of their unique backgrounds and identities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stacey Williams

Stacey Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I believe mental healthcare and therapy works best when you feel safe, supported, and truly understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Irene Esene

Irene Esene

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My clients describe me as someone who truly listens, takes their concerns seriously, and makes them feel seen.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Wei Lcsw

Julie Wei Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a daughter, a sister, a single mother, two dog owner and most importantly a person just trying get through her day too.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kerrian Ferguson

Kerrian Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Life can be challenging, and at times it may feel difficult to navigate the stress, uncertainty, and emotional pain that come with it. My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore life's challenges from a new perspective.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 7 years of experience supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and individuals from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in life transitions, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationship concerns. I am particularly passionate about serving historically under served communities while providing culturally responsive care that honors each person's unique experiences, values, and identity.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chanel Day

Chanel Day

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I help clients process life experiences developing practical skills they can use outside of therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tania Artiles

Tania Artiles

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I take a holistic, strengths-based approach tailored to your unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelley Brown

Kelley Brown

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I aim to create a space where you can be honest about what you're experiencing and feel supported, not judged.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Laura Lewis

Dr. Laura Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is calm and steady, and I view therapy as a collaborative process that we regularly revisit to ensure it remains useful and aligned with your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Steven Comeau

Steven Comeau

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a laid back therapist. My clients are more likely to laugh than cry, but we explore the depth and breadth of the human experience.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Barbara Clark

Barbara Clark

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to work with you to restore your strength and joy by letting go of old stories and refreshing yourself with what is needed in the present, which becomes the link for sustainable change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Greene

Hannah Greene

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing a compassionate and supportive environment for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Laura Hagadorn

Laura Hagadorn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


“I have been in this field for over 15 years and am looking forward to helping you explore how to improve your life.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aricksha Wilshire

Aricksha Wilshire

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is calm, collaborative, and culturally responsive to your lived experience — blending compassion with practical strategies to help you feel grounded and supported.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists serving Elmira, NY

Number of therapists serving Elmira, NY
There are over 8,451 therapists in Elmira, NY accepting new patients.
8,451+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%Russian
  • 1%Hebrew
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 an Anxiety Therapist in Elmira, NY

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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