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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 8,521 providers offer flexible scheduling, often available within two weeks, with insurance coverage to maximize your affordability.

Johannes Marselis

Johannes Marselis

Therapist

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


“My approach is person-centered, empathic, and flexible—I meet you exactly where you are and support you in identifying the areas you want to understand, strengthen, or change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chaim Tarshish

Dr. Chaim Tarshish

Psychologist

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


“My goal in working with you is to provide a safe/non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing the issues that bother you.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rosa Ruey

Rosa Ruey

Therapist

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


“My practice philosophy is informed by my anti-oppressive, anti-racist, body positive, sex positive and LGBTQI affirmative attitude.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
German Sanchez

German Sanchez

Therapist

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


“I provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals and couples can explore their challenges and develop new strategies for living more fulfilling lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mollie Aklepi

Mollie Aklepi

Therapist

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


“I am here to be your teammate, providing a safe, inclusive space where you can build a life that feels genuinely yours.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chamin Ajjan

Chamin Ajjan

Therapist

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


“I bring over 25 years of experience to my work with individuals, couples, and groups, helping them move from feeling overwhelmed to truly empowered.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Nathan

Jennifer Nathan

Therapist

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


“My style is warm, respectful and collaborative. I tailor therapy to meet your needs using holistic and evidence-based techniques...”
Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Trauma
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Silverman

Elizabeth Silverman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I approach therapy as collaborative journey to understand more about our selves, experiences, and relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dovid LaBrie

Dovid LaBrie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.8 mi away • Flushing, NY


“My approach to therapy is integrative and combines ideas and interventions from various therapeutic models.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Kane

Rebecca Kane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.5 mi away • New York, NY


I utilize a multi-theoretical basis for all my clients. For my practice, trust, warmth and communication are the foundations of a good therapeutic relationship. I have a specialty in child/adolescent/family issues. However, I see many young adults who have issues feeling at ease and confident in their relationships and workplace. I endeavor to lift my clients out of the dark place that may be weighing them down to finding the solutions that will enable them to live freely.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yulia Fitenko

Yulia Fitenko

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4.7 mi away • New York, NY


“Being a strong believer in the transformative power of self-discovery... I offer a safe space for individuals seeking to explore their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors through the lens of psychoanalysis.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Zezima

Carolyn Zezima

Psychologist

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


“As a therapist offering psychoanalytic and psychodynamic therapy, 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
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
Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Therapist

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


“By fostering a supportive and empathetic environment, clients work to build confidence, communicate their needs clearly, and create more balanced, fulfilling connections in their lives.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Liza Sondow

Liza Sondow

Therapist

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


“I am warm, approachable, and easy to connect with, helping clients feel comfortable and supported from the very beginning.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andi Khoo-Miller

Andi Khoo-Miller

Therapist

Virtual & 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 11 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
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 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesse Berlin

Jesse Berlin

Psychologist

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


“To understand, best we can, why we do the things we do, so that we might be free to enjoy more of what we love.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 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
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 6 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
Fatima Sami

Fatima Sami

Therapist

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


“I believe meaningful therapy begins with trust and deepens through curiosity about the patterns that shape how you relate to yourself and others.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 5 insurance carriers
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
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 13 insurance carriers
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
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
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
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
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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vincent Handon

Vincent Handon

Psychologist

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


Hello, I’m Vincent. I am a Licensed Psychoanalyst/Psychotherapist (LP) with a private practice in Manhattan, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions. I bring my own lived experiences and cultural attunement into the room to build a deeply trusting and authentic therapeutic alliance with my clients.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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


“I work with individuals to build on their strengths, make healthier choices, and achieve greater freedom in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Audrey Morse

Audrey Morse

Therapist

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


“I have two decades of experience working with clients with diverse social and cultural backgrounds, including many musicians and artists.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yulgeim Gomez

Yulgeim Gomez

Therapist

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


“My approach is warm, practical, and collaborative. In therapy, we work together to understand the patterns behind anxiety, difficulty focusing, or emotional overwhelm, while building strategies that help you feel clearer, more stable, and better...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Ridgewood, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Ridgewood, NY
There are over 296 therapists in Ridgewood, NY accepting new patients.
296+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 83%Relationship issues
  • 81%Stress management
  • 77%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 86%Aetna
  • 66%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 64%Cigna
  • 58%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 5%Russian
  • 3%Hebrew
  • 2%French
How they see their clients
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  • 96%In-person or online
  • 4%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 63%Woman
  • 35%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 24%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 17%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
  • 6%Licensed Psychoanalyst
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 25%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 19%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 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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