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Ridgewood therapy is accessible through Headway, connecting you with empowering providers across neighborhoods like Forest Hills, Maspeth, and Middle Village. Our 8,594 providers offer flexible scheduling, often available within two weeks, with insurance coverage to maximize your affordability.

Krystal Ortiz

Krystal Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.2 mi away • Rego Park, NY


“My work is about helping you release those layers so you can remember who you really are — powerful, whole, and destined for more.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ellen Kessel

Dr. Ellen Kessel

Psychologist

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


“I believe therapy should be both reflective and practical. Insight matters, but it is most useful when it helps people feel less stuck and make meaningful changes in how they relate, cope, decide, and move through their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Levi Rapoport

Levi Rapoport

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 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
Carly Nisse

Carly Nisse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“Therapy with me is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth, less about "fixing" you and more about helping you better understand yourself while building tools and support that actually fit your real life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Elisa Smith

Elisa Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 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 • 4.4 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


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

Leah McLaughlin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 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, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Sarah Greenberg

Dr. Sarah Greenberg

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Yessenia Ayala

Yessenia Ayala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 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
Sam Rosenthal

Sam Rosenthal

Therapist

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


“I am experienced in working with gay and queer men navigating relationship challenges, open relationships, intimacy concerns, anxiety, and self-esteem.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Harris

Nicole Harris

Therapist

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


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

Shannon Carroll

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5 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, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Green

Jonathan Green

Therapist

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


“My work is rooted in the belief that symptoms like anxiety, depression, or confusion about identity are not signs of something "wrong" with you, but signals pointing toward deeper parts of yourself that are asking to be understood.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eric Ratinetz

Eric Ratinetz

Therapist

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


“My style is supportive, focused and interactive. My manner is straightforward, engaged, and when appropriate, humorous.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rob Fierstein

Rob Fierstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.1 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
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Wolfe

Lisa Wolfe

Therapist

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


“I see therapy as a collaborative process—a safe, protected environment where recurring patterns, self-defeating thoughts, and emotional blind spots can be noticed without judgment and understood with greater clarity.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mariam Ayvazyan

Mariam Ayvazyan

Therapist

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


“Mariam uses a variety of approaches depending on the client's needs. EMDR, CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy and IFS are the main theories used in sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chandler Winter

Chandler Winter

Therapist

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


“I am dedicated to offering my clients a welcoming, nonjudgmental setting—a secure space where they can address the challenges that may hinder them from achieving the life they aspire to live.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Callie Karpman

Callie Karpman

Therapist

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


“Therapy is not easy, but my casual, collaborative style helps make the work feel real and supportive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Elizabeth Civik

Elizabeth Civik

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I specialize in supporting young adult women who've faced difficult or complex experiences, whether that's family instability, cultural pressure, adoption, marginalization, or relational trauma.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Amarjot Surdhar

Dr. Amarjot Surdhar

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 mi away • Saratoga Springs, NY


“His clinical expertise encompasses medication management for depression, anxiety, and addictions, and a compassionate approach for treating all disorders.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Catherine Asher

Catherine Asher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nick Galef

Dr. Nick Galef

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

JoJo Dioanne Adsuara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Florencia Bernthal

Florencia Bernthal

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcelo Gomes

Dr. Marcelo Gomes

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • New York, NY


“I work with my clients to uncover the unconscious conflicts that may be holding them back from living their best life.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Jonathan Vogelman

Dr. Jonathan Vogelman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • New York, NY


I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York State, practicing out of New York City. I work with adolescents and adults who experience a range of difficulties, including anxiety, depression, the after-effects of trauma, overthinking, procrastination, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and challenges related to identity and values. I also specialize in working with family members of individuals who suffer from severe mental illness.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Victoria Von Berg

Victoria Von Berg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Arjun Viswanathan

Arjun Viswanathan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Blecher

Michael Blecher

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
David Huggins

David Huggins

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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
Yasmin Potts-Thomas

Yasmin Potts-Thomas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


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

Maria Abreu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.4 mi away • New York, NY


“As a compassionate and intuitive therapist, l will provide an atmosphere of safety, genuine empathy and respect on the therapeutic process...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Sandra Lugo

Dr. Sandra Lugo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.5 mi away • New York, NY


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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Julie Spooner

Dr. Julie Spooner

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Ozone Park, NY


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

Irma Yavno

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 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
Julie Fotheringham

Julie Fotheringham

Therapist

In-person • 5.7 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, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Challenging, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Nicolas Garrera-Tolbert

Dr. Nicolas Garrera-Tolbert

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Long Island City, NY


“Psychoanalysis, as I understand it, is a theory and a practice specifically designed and adequately equipped to address the causes of useless suffering and bring about subjective change that, ideally, root it out.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Clark

Elizabeth Clark

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.8 mi away • New York, NY


“I have an engaging and direct style, and seek to be a warm, consistent and supportive presence in my clients' lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Ridgewood, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Ridgewood, NY
There are over 293 therapists in Ridgewood, NY accepting new patients.
293+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 84%Relationship issues
  • 82%Stress management
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 89%Aetna
  • 64%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 62%Cigna
  • 57%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 4%Russian
  • 3%French
  • 3%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 65%Woman
  • 33%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Clinical Psychologist
  • 8%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 25%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 20%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 Mental Health Therapist in Ridgewood, NY

Searching for therapists in Ridgewood starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Therapists may list specialties such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare options, look for training, therapy styles, and listed focus areas that match your needs. A therapist’s profile can also help you understand their approach, communication style, and what a first session may look like.

Ridgewood has access to local mental health care, and nearby neighborhoods such as Bushwick, Maspeth, and Middle Village may expand your options for in-person appointments. Virtual therapy can also give you more flexibility, especially if local office availability is limited or your schedule is easier to manage from home. Before booking, compare appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios closely can help you build a shortlist based on both clinical fit and practical fit.

Therapy in Ridgewood can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and see your estimated price before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, compare availability, review detailed bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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