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Top therapists in Schenectady, NY accepting new patients

Schenectady residents can access talk therapy and medication management through Headway's expansive network of 8,494 providers. Whether you're in Stockade, Mont Pleasant, or Bellevue, find compassionate care with open availability as soon as next day, supported by major insurance plans.

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
Maxine Sanchez

Maxine Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I work alongside my clients to empower them in making meaningful changes in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Katherine Voorheis

Katherine Voorheis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I support teens, adults, and couples who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or each other. My clients are thoughtful, resilient people seeking a gentle, grounded space where they can feel seen, supported, and safe enough to reconnect with who they truly are—and with the relationships that matter most. People come to me when life feels heavy, when past experiences linger, anxiety builds, or connection feels harder to access, and they’re ready for compassionate support that helps them move forward with more clarity and ease.

Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jesenia Rios-Gibson

Jesenia Rios-Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is gentle but honest, supportive yet empowering. Clients often describe me as someone who brings both calm and clarity — someone who helps them process deeply while also guiding them toward growth, boundaries, identity, and healing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dijana Behremovic-Durmic

Dijana Behremovic-Durmic

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I specialize in holistic and medication free approach to psychotherapy using Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) to help minimize and relieve symptoms of anxiety, chronic insomnia, grief, family issues, stress related to work.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Omid Navran

Dr. Omid Navran

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My therapeutic philosophy is grounded in the understanding that all of our habits, thoughts, and emotional reactions are learned through experience—and because they're learned, they can be changed.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Stress management
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthias Silcher

Matthias Silcher

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy with me is a collaborative process—I'm engaged, interactive, and here to help you gain clarity.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Julie Noest

Julie Noest

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, each person is unique in their struggles and needs.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alexandra Mezeul

Alexandra Mezeul

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Garden City, NY


“Using trauma-focused approaches like EMDR and parts work, I help young adults, parents, professionals, and high-achievers process what's keeping you stuck.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stacy Savchuk

Stacy Savchuk

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is warm, supportive, and focused on helping you feel comfortable as we begin the process of growth and healing.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nataly Guardiola

Nataly Guardiola

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a bilingual Latina Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mescal Wasilewski

Mescal Wasilewski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I've worked in the field of addiction and mental health for over 20 years, helping to treat clients with a range of diagnosis and difficulties.”
Anger management, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandeep Kang

Sandeep Kang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am committed to providing patient-centered, most recent evidence-based care that supports each individual's unique mental health journey.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Stress management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Janet LeMoal

Janet LeMoal

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I prioritize listening to and validating people's experiences. Therapy with me is person-centered and collaborative.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Toni Williams Haverty

Toni Williams Haverty

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I enjoy helping individuals, couples, and families to develop tools they can use to heal and improve their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Esther Volivetska

Esther Volivetska

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that healing begins when we become curious about our inner world — our emotions, thoughts, and bodily experiences.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blessing Okuji

Blessing Okuji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I commend you for taking the courageous step to seek help—it can often be one of the most challenging parts of the journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Dr. Marc Steinmetz

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My mission is to offer you a safe, affirming space to explore your life, your story, and what matters most to you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shirley Schulte

Shirley Schulte

Therapist

Virtual • West Seneca, NY


True healing isn't just about managing symptoms — it's about addressing the whole person.

I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that lasting stability and happiness require working on three levels: your physical experience, your emotional patterns, and your spiritual wellbeing. When all three are addressed together, real change becomes possible.

I work with clients to identify what's getting in the way of the life they want — and build the tools, insight, and coping strategies to actually get there.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jessica Weghorst

Jessica Weghorst

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hey! I am a licensed mental health counselor, with a masters in clinical mental health counseling. My experience ranges from working with teens and adults, supporting their navigation through various challenges such as healing from trauma, anxiety, and depression. My therapy style is focused on creating a warm environment that is also empowering for clients.

Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, she may specialize in Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders, in addition to other conditions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Galina Podluzskaya

Galina Podluzskaya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with experience in both acute inpatient psychiatric care and home health settings.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kim Geha

Kim Geha

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I meet clients where they are with a holistic, person-centered approach... you leave each session with practical tools, strategies, and insights to manage life's stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nixon Jean

Nixon Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“With over six years of experience providing person‐centered care and advocacy for individuals with intellectual disabilities and co‐occurring mental health needs, I work collaboratively with clients to create an individualized plan that reflects...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jesse Palermo

Jesse Palermo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is collaborative, individualized, and grounded in psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral (CBT), dialectical behavior (DBT), person-centered, and humanistic therapies.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lisa LaBrusciano

Lisa LaBrusciano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


If you find yourself overthinking conversations, getting stuck in the same relationship patterns, struggling to set boundaries, or feeling overwhelmed during conflict, you're not alone. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling frustrated by reactions they can't seem to change, whether that's shutting down, people-pleasing, becoming emotionally reactive, or replaying interactions long after they've happened. I'm a down-to-earth therapist who values genuine connection and practical solutions and I work with individuals and families who want to better understand their patterns and create healthier relationships.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alisa Ibragimova

Alisa Ibragimova

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My role as a mental health counselor is to validate survivors, help them correct any negative self-image they have of themselves as a result of their past experiences, get rid of toxic shame, help them enforce healthy boundaries, and advocate for...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Deborah Schwagler

Deborah Schwagler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo, NY


“I am a licensed mental health counselor with diagnostic privileges, specializing in trauma-informed care.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Hooker

Christina Hooker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My clinical approach is deeply collaborative and symptom-focused. When we meet, you aren't just a diagnosis on a chart; you are the driver of your wellness journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Octavio Moreno-Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You can always expect me to be transparent, compassionate, and engage you with unconditional positive regard.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharay Chambers

Sharay Chambers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Anxiety and depression can make everyday life feel exhausting — and finding the right support shouldn't add to that. I'm a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner practicing via telehealth across New York State, and I genuinely love what I do. My style is collaborative: I'm not here to hand you a prescription and send you on your way. I want to understand your full picture — your history, your goals, what you've tried before — and build a plan that actually fits your life. Care works best when it feels like a partnership, and that's exactly what I aim for. There's no one-size-fits-all when it comes to mental health, and I'll never treat it that way. If you're ready to take the next step — or even just curious about what that might look like — I'd love to connect.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Maceo

Melissa Maceo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT), I work with individuals in identifying patterns of thinking that might be creating or sustaining their symptoms...”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Rogart

Stephanie Rogart

Therapist

Virtual • New York


My passion is helping people navigate anxiety, depression, and life transitions across the lifespan. I support those facing challenges in young adulthood, work stress, self-confidence struggles, impostor syndrome, relationship and family conflict, parenting, retirement, and the search for meaning at every stage of life. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yacine Sylla

Yacine Sylla

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected from the very first session. Building trust is important to me, and I understand that starting therapy can feel like a big step.

I bring over eight years of experience working in diverse settings, including crisis intervention, child welfare, and substance use treatment. This has allowed me to support individuals and families through a wide range of challenges with compassion and flexibility.

My approach is collaborative—I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method. We will work together to identify your goals and find strategies that feel right for you. I also value cultural sensitivity and take the time to understand your background, identity, and lived experiences as part of the healing process.

I offer services in French and Wolof and welcome clients from all backgrounds. My goal is to support you in building insight, developing practical tools, and creating lasting, meaningful change in your life.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jaycie Hu

Jaycie Hu

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With many years of experience supporting individuals through life's most meaningful challenges and transitions, I bring a warm, honest, and deeply compassionate presence to the therapeutic space.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaina Hernandez

Elaina Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in cultural humility. I integrate Brainspotting, Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Identity issues, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Launer

Michele Launer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a variety of therapy modalities, but I turn to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT).”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Susan Kaskowitz

Susan Kaskowitz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that the power to heal is within each of us and our work together will allow you to grow as a person and find your joy.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Burke

Josh Burke

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I would describe my approach to be goal-oriented and client/person-centered, which leads to engaging, practical approaches to problem-solving many concerns as they relate to individual stressors.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Schenectady, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Schenectady, NY
There are over 29 therapists in Schenectady, NY accepting new patients.
29+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
  • 76%Grief or loss
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 93%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 79%Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 3%Portuguese
  • 3%Tagalog
  • 3%Twi
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 17%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 17%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 Schenectady, NY

Searching for therapists in Schenectady starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may want help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, or a major life change. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, training, and therapy styles that match what you want to work on. Bios can help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

In a smaller city like Schenectady, local appointment options may be more limited than in larger parts of New York. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still connecting you with a therapist licensed 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 also help you understand a therapist’s communication style and what a first session may look like.

Therapy in Schenectady can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before you book. Headway helps you find therapists who match your needs, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and may have availability for new patients, so you can review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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