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Top therapists in Ridgewood, NY accepting new patients

Ridgewood therapy is accessible through Headway, connecting you with empowering providers across neighborhoods like Forest Hills, Maspeth, and Middle Village. Our 9,064 providers offer flexible scheduling, often available within two weeks, with insurance coverage to maximize your affordability.

Batya Srolovitz

Batya Srolovitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • New York, NY

I am a clinical psychotherapist with almost a decade of experience working with couples and adults who want to better understand themselves, and work towards creating the lives and relationships they crave. I am passionate about helping people reconnect to themselves, their hopes, and their autonomy. I specialize in relational/marital challenges, anxiety, grief, addiction, eating disorders, and trauma.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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Carolyn Zezima

Carolyn Zezima

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • New York, NY

“I work to help you uncover the unconscious conflicts that drive these painful feelings and are the barrier to lasting progress.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Matthews

Nadia Matthews

Therapist

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

“After listening to them and understanding their unique needs, she prepares individualized care plans combining the relevant evidence-based therapies.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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Leny Bolivar

Leny Bolivar

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5 mi away • New York, NY

“I help patients "connect the dots" & understand how previous experiences might have led to the present moment.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xiaofeng Koswatta

Xiaofeng Koswatta

Therapist

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

“It takes great courage to seek help. I strive to create a trusting, holding environment for my clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Andi Khoo-Miller

Andi Khoo-Miller

Therapist

In-person • 5.1 mi away • New York, NY

“I believe we're all shaped by the many experiences, relationships, and challenges we've carried throughout our lives, and these influences show up in how we cope with stress today.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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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 11 insurance carriers
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Stacey Hensel

Stacey Hensel

Therapist

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

“We all want to be heard and understood, we want to be able to express the depths of our feelings and live life to the fullest of our abilities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. William Gottdiener

Dr. William Gottdiener

Psychologist

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

“Psychodynamic therapy has been shown to be effective and efficient by primarily helping people get in touch with their feelings and the problematic ways they engage in personal and professional relationships.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Alex Kavanaugh

Alex Kavanaugh

Therapist

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

I’m a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and drama therapist who works with women and young adults navigating anxiety, eating disorder recovery, substance use, and life transitions.

I have experience in inpatient rehab and use a harm reduction, nonjudgmental approach. My work combines talk therapy with creative techniques when helpful—though there’s no pressure to be “artistic.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Aklilu-Tesema

Christian Aklilu-Tesema

Psychologist

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

“My practice is about listening and engagement with my patients. We will spend time understanding your journey...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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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
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Dr. Kamran Fallahpour

Dr. Kamran Fallahpour

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 6.8 mi away • New York, NY

“I use brain mapping and neurophysiological assessment to get a real picture of how your brain is functioning, and then we build a treatment plan around that picture — not a generic one.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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Dr. Tehela Nimroody

Dr. Tehela Nimroody

Psychologist

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

“I have been seeing patients for over 20 years and my experience has shown me time and again the wonderful changes that individuals can attain when they become more aware of the hidden meanings behind seemingly incomprehensible and self-destructive...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Dr. Tema Watstein

Dr. Tema Watstein

Psychologist

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

“I have extensive experience in relationship and group therapy, particularly with non-monogamous and queer-identified populations.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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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...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
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Alexa Montemayor

Alexa Montemayor

Therapist

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

“Alexa offers a warm, collaborative, and deeply personalized approach that helps clients better understand themselves, heal underlying wounds, and create lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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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
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
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Amy Warren

Amy Warren

Therapist

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

“Self-compassion can help us heal and cope with traumatic experiences, self-defeating behaviors, and overwhelming life transitions.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Spear

Diane Spear

Therapist

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

“I use a psychodynamic approach, which means we address your background and childhood to understand how you got to this point in your life...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Dr. Yitzchok Liberman

Dr. Yitzchok Liberman

Therapist

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

As a humanist, I believe in the inherent worth to every single human being. I am guided by the ethos of a journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step, and it is with each movement that we get closer to where we want to be. Through intentional effort we encounter change, embrace healing, and a foster a fruitful fulfilling life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
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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
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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
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Jennifer Pifer

Jennifer Pifer

Therapist

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

“My approach is active, collaborative and informed by AEDP, an attachment-focused model that helps clients reduce pain and suffering...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mare Rulapaugh

Mare Rulapaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.2 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Molly Castelloe

Dr. Molly Castelloe

Psychologist

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

I graduated from Duke University and received my PhD at New York University. I trained at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Expressive Analysis. I've been immersed in psychodynamic treatment for years working with people of diverse ages & backgrounds struggling with trauma, depression, substance abuse, sexual difficulties, relationships problems, women's issues, among other concerns. For more information please see: www.mollycastelloe.com

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Brooke Langford

Brooke Langford

Therapist

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

“I am committed to helping clients learn new skills to build stronger, healthier relationships, increase emotional expression, and gain confidence with themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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Yi Zhang

Yi Zhang

Therapist

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

“I enjoy collaborating with clients to develop personalized plans that address both short term needs and long term goals.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kim Gele

Dr. Kim Gele

Psychologist

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

“My goal is to help you resolve the issues that bring you to therapy and get to the root of these issues so they don't recur in the future.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Ganna Plotkina

Ganna Plotkina

Psychologist

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

“Dr. Plotkina takes an integrated approach to her work, using a variety of modalities such as psychodynamic therapy and CBT.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Jonathan Schnapp

Jonathan Schnapp

Therapist

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

“I do my best to facilitate an exploration of my patients inner world. We are collaborators on this journey.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
Stephanie Halesworth

Stephanie Halesworth

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Armonk, NY

“Stephanie is an empathetic clinician who strives to help her clients gain introspective insight and make positive life changes.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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Jess Benston

Jess Benston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 mi away • Brooklyn, NY

“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients and others who've felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional spaces.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Monica Ianelli

Monica Ianelli

Therapist

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

“Monica's style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. She strives to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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Patricia Crevits

Patricia Crevits

Psychologist

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

I have extensive experience working with people of all ages in the creative fields, young adults lost at a crossroad in their life.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Harf

Leslie Harf

Psychologist

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

“With over 25 years of experience working as a Clinical Psychologist, I have learned that pairing a warm and empathetic environment with asking challenging and thought provoking questions is an effective way to allow people to explore their issues...”
Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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Dr. Rachel Luckman

Dr. Rachel Luckman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 5.3 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
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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 292 therapists in Ridgewood, NY accepting new patients.
292+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 82%Relationship issues
  • 80%Stress management
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 89%Aetna
  • 63%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 62%Cigna
  • 55%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 5%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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  • 70%Woman
  • 28%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 23%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 17%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Nurse Practitioner
  • 5%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 27%Family therapy
  • 21%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 20%Couples therapy

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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Ridgewood

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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