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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.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of experience helping children, teens, couples, and families find healing and strength in the face of hardships and challenges that could destabilize any of us. I am easy-going, open-minded, and very direct and intentional with my help and support. I would happily accept the privilege of getting to know you and discovering positive ways forward, together. I have a diverse cultural and ethnic background and have always related well to others, enjoying more than anything else to be in service to anyone who needs a hand during a hard time. I am hopeful and positive, and I believe we can all change our circumstances with a little guidance.
I believe that peace does not come from your surroundings—it comes from within. It is something you can learn to build and strengthen.
My role is to support and guide you through life’s ups and downs, helping you stay grounded along the way. Whether you are managing ongoing challenges such as Bipolar Disorder or OCD, or going through a difficult and overwhelming season, I am here to help you regain a sense of control and joy.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, creating a safe and supportive space where healing and growth can take place.
I have been a psychotherapist in private practice for about forty years. After receiving my MSW, I felt I needed additional training to work effectively with clients. I studied psychoanalysis for three years, and I received a certificate in psychoanalytic oriented psychotherapy. It was extremely helpful because of the intensive supervision I received.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults. I value creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. My work focuses on helping individuals navigate emotional regulation, life stressors, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I take a solution-focused, practical approach, tailoring each session to meet your individual needs and goals. I believe therapy should feel collaborative and meaningful.
Hi, I’m Dr. Peleya Patterson LCSW, DSW. I help people find calm, clarity and confidence through soul work - no matter what life throws your way.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years experience and a Doctorate in Social Work, I offer compassionate, evidence-based support for adolescents, adults and families navigating stress, anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Hello! I am Ernie a Clinical Mental Health Counselor ( LMHC). I have dedicated my time to learn how to help support people that have experienced trauma, any one apart of the LGBTQ+ community, and those seeking sex therapy ( including but not limited to: sexual desires, kinks, finding enjoyment alone or with a partner, navigating open/ ENM dynamics, conversations with partners)
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.
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