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Find mental healthcare support in Suffern, NY with 8,520 licensed providers offering talk therapy and medication management. Headway connects you with empowering, solution-oriented providers across neighborhoods like South Suffern and Downtown Suffern, with sessions available virtually or in-person and covered by major insurance plans.
I have been trained in expressive arts therapy and is a certified gestalt therapist. I utilizes the arts according to each person’s abilities to imagine and develop body awareness. My eclectic approach suits people who seek to find themselves in mental health. As a blind Japanese immigrant, I work especially well with differently-abled people and Pan Asians.
Nice to meet you!
As a Mental Health Counselor I am deeply passionate about helping individuals heal, grow, and reach their full potential. My work is fueled by my strong belief that everyone has the capacity to create change in their lives. My specialties are:
· Anxiety
· Depression
· Addiction & recovery
· Stress Management
· Trauma and PTSD
· Faith based (Christian) counseling
I started my work with infants and young children, guided by a simple belief: when we understand the meaning behind behavior, everything in a family can begin to shift. I use play as a primary way to connect with children and understand their inner world. Through play, children express thoughts and feelings they may not yet have words for. By joining them in this space, I’m able to better understand their experiences and help them feel seen, supported, and safe.
My path to becoming a therapist began in children’s media, where I spent fifteen years project managing educational content. That experience shaped how I see children today—curious, expressive, and constantly communicating, even without words.
I went on to earn my Master’s degree from New York University, training at the Nordoff-Robbins Music Therapy Center, where I deepened my understanding of how music and play can help children feel seen, regulated, and understood.
My clinical work has included early intervention, a specialized school for autistic children and young adults, and an elementary school supporting students with hearing loss and communication differences. Across these settings, I saw how powerful it is when a child is truly met where they are.
In 2023, I founded Sound Mind to create a more individualized, relationship-based practice—one where I can connect deeply and tailor my work to each child and family.
My name is Sara and I graduated from Adelphi in 2017 with my MSW. Shortly after I obtained my license and began to work in Queens in a hospital doing inpatient psychiatric social work. I have worked with all populations on each of our specialty units, including adolescents, young and older adults, and aging. I spent most of my time working with individuals aged 18-62 presenting with a multitude of acute crises. I range from working with individuals experience first-break symptoms, all through chronic and treatment resistant symptoms. I have also held supervisory and administrative roles, in which I provided direct supervision and guidance for other healthcare professionals, primarily social workers. I also specialize in family dynamics and counseling, as well as mediation.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Suffern, NY
- 100%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 78%Stress management
- 78%Relationship issues
- 78%Family issues
- 87%Aetna
- 73%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 67%Cigna
- 64%United Healthcare
- 64%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 100%English
- 7%Hebrew
- 7%Spanish
- 4%French
- 2%Arabic
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 64%Woman
- 36%Man
- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 24%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 16%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 24%Couples therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
- 20%Family 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 an Anxiety Therapist in Suffern, NY
Searching for therapists in Suffern starts with finding care that fits your needs, preferences, and schedule. Therapists may support concerns such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for therapists whose listed specialties, training, and approach match what you want support with. Provider bios can also help you understand whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or trauma-informed care.
In a smaller city like Suffern, local in-person therapy options may be more limited than in larger nearby areas. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still connecting you with a therapist licensed in New York. Consider practical factors like appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before your first session. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare communication style, session structure, and what each therapist says you can expect from working together.
Therapy in Suffern can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and see an estimated cost before booking. You can browse therapists in Suffern, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.
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