Book family therapy, covered by insurance
Family therapy and counseling in New York
Top family therapists in New York
Family challenges affect everyone differently. Headway's network of 2,663 providers across New York delivers personalized talk therapy and medication management for family-related concerns, with sessions as affordable as $0 through insurance.
I have 25 years of experience working with a variety of populations, from children to older adults. I’ve been privileged to help people navigate through various life situations including conflicts in relationships, depression, anxiety, stress, grief and chronic illness.
I am specifically trained in trauma and bring a trauma-informed perspective to my work. I specialize in supporting children (3+), adolescents, and young adults (18y-35y). My approach is grounded in psychoeducation—I believe clients should leave each session with useful knowledge and tools to help them achieve their goals. I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where every client feels understood and empowered.
I am a licensed clinical social worker based in New York City. I specialize in individual and couples psychotherapy. I graduated from NYU and have 10+ years of experience working with adults and families in a variety of settings, including hospital psychiatric emergency room and and community clinics.
Life can be overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. I believe therapy works best when you feel safe, respected, and genuinely understood. As a therapist and a longtime educator, I bring warmth, curiosity, and decades of experience helping people through anxiety, grief, life transitions, or simply feeling stuck, together, we'll build on your strengths and find practical strategies to help you move forward.
About our family therapists in New York
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 86%Relationship issues
- 85%Family issues
- 97%Aetna
- 88%Cigna
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 79%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 46%Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- 99%English
- 14%Spanish
- 2%Assamese
- 2%Russian
- 2%French
- 91%Online only
- 8%In-person or online
- 83%Woman
- 16%Man
- 1%Non-binary
- 52%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 26%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 6%Clinical Psychologist
- 100%Family therapy
- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Couples therapy
- 30%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right counselor for your family
Headway makes it easier to find family-focused support — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Family Therapist in New York
Searching for family therapists in New York starts with finding someone whose training fits what your family is navigating. Family therapy may support concerns like parenting conflict, adolescent struggles, blended family dynamics, and communication breakdowns across generations. Family therapists are trained to work with the relational system, not just one person. As you compare options, look for therapists whose listed specialties, approach, and experience match the needs you want to address.
Across New York, available therapists and appointment formats can vary between New York City, Buffalo, Albany, and rural areas. Some families prefer meeting in person, while others use virtual sessions to make scheduling easier across households, school schedules, or work hours. Session attendance may include the full family, smaller groups, or individual family members, depending on the therapist’s approach. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how they structure family sessions, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and when they are available.
The cost of new york family counseling can vary, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who are accepting new patients, review estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and choose between virtual and in-person care. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, so you can confirm coverage for your location and plan, compare therapist profiles, and book directly when you’re ready.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
Use left and right arrow keys to switch tabs. Press Shift+Tab to return to the tab list from links in the selected tab.