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Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 8,552 licensed providers ready to support your mental health goals. Many providers offer free consultations, and with 70+ insurance plans accepted, flexible scheduling, and average savings of 75%, quality care is within reach.

Paris Johnson

Paris Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Larchmont, NY


“I provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed therapy and strive to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and empowered to engage in meaningful healing and growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kenji Takeda

Kenji Takeda

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


As a licensed psychologist in New York and New Jersey, I offer remote individual psychotherapy to adults. My approach is collaborative, and you are an active partner in designing your personal goals. I individualize treatment based on your presenting concerns/needs as well as your unique background and history. Based on my training and experience in a variety of treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, I use an integrative approach to help you reach your personal goals, which may involve learning skills to manage life’s difficulties and developing greater understanding of yourself.

I have more than 15 years of experience working in a wide variety of settings, including hospitals and schools. As a trained pianist and a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist, I also incorporate creative expression in my practice, and my speciality includes issues related to cultural diversity (e.g., LGBTQIA+, Asian American mental health, immigration). As a native of Japan, I am bilingual in Japanese and English, and offer services in both languages.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jodie Levinson

Jodie Levinson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“When words are difficult, music can act as a safe conduit for expression and we can use words to bring attention to what happened in the creative process.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brittany Shillingford

Brittany Shillingford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“I will create a warm and safe space that is judgement free for you to work on your goals and get the outcomes that you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christianne Calderon

Christianne Calderon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I take on a holistic approach that considers various symptoms while exploring underlying factors contributing to mental health conditions...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Steven Freed

Steven Freed

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My work is rooted in the belief that you are the expert on your own experience, and my role is to listen, collaborate, and walk alongside you.”
ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Whitney Harnen

Whitney Harnen

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My passion is to help and guide individuals toward developing a better understanding of themselves and increase overall life satisfaction, interpersonal relationships, and most importantly, a healthy relationship within themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Matthew Maher

Dr. Matthew Maher

Therapist

Virtual • Kingston, NY


“My training is comprehensive and includes a Doctorate in Psychology where I focused on Trauma and Crisis Intervention... and my foundational education being a Masters in Mental Health Counseling.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Lindsay Caldiero

Lindsay Caldiero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Miller Place, NY


Welcome- I am so glad you're here! As a clinical social worker, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals across the lifespan navigate life's challenges and work toward improved well-being. It would be my honor to help you along your journey too.

Whether it be anxiety, self-esteem concerns, interpersonal conflicts, or life transitions, therapy can help. My goal is to help you address the things that are holding you back from being your truest self and living the life you dream of.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Petti

David Petti

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in the power of therapy to foster healing, growth, and positive change—even in life's most difficult moments.”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


“An introduction and complete psychosocial evaluation. In our first session, we'll briefly introduce you and dive into your challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Douglas-Staley

Angela Douglas-Staley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jamaica, NY


“I genuinely love what I do and my goal is help my clients attain mental and emotional stability to reach their full potential.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Saron Fong

Dr. Saron Fong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Middletown, NY


“I focus on helping clients quiet the noise they may experience, promoting clarity and understanding.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gilit Stein

Gilit Stein

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bella Ozdemir

Bella Ozdemir

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work with adults who feel stuck in patterns of anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-worth, or emotional overwhelm—even when, on the outside, they seem to be "doing fine."”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Megan Smith

Megan Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Kadiatou Sidibe

Kadiatou Sidibe

Therapist

Virtual • Wappingers Falls, NY


“My approach to therapy is psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral through a flexible and holistic lens.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Joseph Paddock

Joseph Paddock

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakfield, NY


“I have focused my career on providing the best possible care and work with each client to develop a unique plan for how to effectively impact and improve their daily lives and feel more confident with who they are.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jennifer Giuglianotti

Jennifer Giuglianotti

Therapist

Virtual • Wurtsboro, NY


“My work combines body-based, trauma-informed, and creative therapies to help regulate the nervous system, release stored trauma, and rebuild resilience, confidence, and connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Sara Monsonis

Sara Monsonis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“None of us are broken. We are whole people, shaped by our experiences, relationships, and the ways we've learned to cope...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alyssa Goldenberg-Moslow

Alyssa Goldenberg-Moslow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Washington, NY


“I incorporate a psychodynamic approach in my practice, emphasizing the importance of the therapeutic relationship.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elliott Hewett

Elliott Hewett

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is built on the foundation of empathy, collaboration, and respect, with a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment for my clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Samuel

Jennifer Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and actively involved in treatment decisions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dair Melendez-Drier

Dair Melendez-Drier

Therapist

Virtual • Yorktown Heights, NY


“With 30 years of experience, I use cognitive therapy with compassion and empathy. I combine a humanist approach with a focus on successful outcomes.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Wassim Stephane

Dr. Wassim Stephane

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“I take a whole-person approach—considering not just symptoms, but also your life story, experiences, and goals.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tamara Welikson

Dr. Tamara Welikson

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“Her style is warm, engaged, and supportive. She aims to create a space where people feel comfortable being themselves, while also offering practical tools and perspectives that can make a difference in everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management, Women's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie McDonald

Katie McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My passion has always been treating trauma and and all disorders that are prevalent in someone who has experienced childhood trauma.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathryn Ort

Kathryn Ort

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Kathryn believes that that key to effective therapy begins with the quality of the client/counselor relationship as well as client motivation for change in their lives.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alison Saber

Alison Saber

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have been in private practice in Westchester, NY since 2016, and I am licensed in New York State. I received my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from Columbia University in 2009 and my Bachelors from Colgate University in 2007.

I can help you manage Anxiety, Depression, parenting challenges, and relationship issues.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Open Revelations

Open Revelations

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a Licensed Clinical Social worker, my priority is to support you in achieving the life that you deserve.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Varacalli

Emily Varacalli

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Life comes with never ending joys and challenges. As humans we are in need of diverse ways in which we can; grow, cope, express, and understand ourselves and the world around us. The mind - body connection is a vitally important one that we must continue to nourish and develop throughout our lifetime. I believe in a client centered approach allowing you, to set the tone of our sessions. During sessions we will explore Art Therapy, talk therapy techniques, and mindfulness skills in order to delve deeper into the connection you have with yourself, others, and the world.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lynn Meir-Pelossof

Lynn Meir-Pelossof

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Manhasset, NY


“Lynn creates a supportive and inclusive therapeutic environment, grounded in cultural sensitivity and humility, to serve clients from various cultural and linguistic backgrounds.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Almonte

Jennifer Almonte

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My clients often say talking to me is more natural than they expected and closer to talking with a friend.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Seth Dressekie

Seth Dressekie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Valley Stream, NY


“My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where we can collaboratively explore your mental health concerns.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Regine Plummer

Regine Plummer

Therapist

Virtual • Mamaroneck, NY


“I believe healing comes from feeling seen and supported while navigating difficult emotions and experiences.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tamira Kelsey

Tamira Kelsey

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am passionate about empowering my clients to find their inner strengths and motivating them to make substantial, long-term changes in their lives.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Energetic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claire Lopardo

Claire Lopardo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a humanistic approach to therapy and include elements of CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and strength based techniques.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Jacklyn Cimino

Jacklyn Cimino

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, empowered, and equipped to tackle whatever struggles you may be facing.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Hayward

Julia Hayward

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Julia, and I’m passionate about helping people find strength, clarity, and balance in their lives. I’ve been working in the field for over twenty years, with experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and parents through life’s many transitions. I’m a graduate of Columbia University, where I focused on working with children and families. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of walking alongside clients from many different backgrounds as they work through both everyday stress and life’s biggest challenges.

I believe the structure of the therapeutic relationship can help people access their inner strengths and promote meaningful change. Therapy gives us space to pause, reflect, and make sense of how the different parts of our lives — our relationships, health, identity, and environment — impact our well-being. Together, we’ll sort through challenges, set realistic goals, and develop strategies that help you feel more grounded and empowered.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rita Mercante

Rita Mercante

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Garden City, NY


“I work with thoughtful, high-functioning adults that are outwardly successful yet privately feel stuck in repeating ineffective patterns.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving New York

Number of therapists serving New York
There are over 8,485 therapists in New York accepting new patients.
8,485+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 75%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 78%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 76%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 53%United Healthcare
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 2%Russian
  • 1%Hebrew
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 18%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 17%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent 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 New York

Searching for therapists in New York means choosing from a wide range of licensed professionals across urban, suburban, and rural areas. Your options may vary depending on where you live, what kind of support you want, and whether you prefer in-person or virtual sessions. If you’re looking for care related to anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions, start by looking for a therapist whose listed specialties match your needs. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Location and schedule matter, too. A therapist in New York City may offer different appointment options than one in Buffalo, Albany, or the Hudson Valley, and virtual therapy can help broaden your search beyond nearby offices. Some people prefer meeting in person, while others prefer the flexibility of virtual appointments from home. As you compare therapists, look at appointment availability, whether they offer free phone consultations, and how they describe their session style. Reading profiles before booking can help you understand how a therapist communicates, what they focus on, and whether their approach fits what you’re looking for.

The cost of mental health care in New York varies, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps make that process easier by showing therapists who are accepting new patients, verifying your insurance, and estimating your out-of-pocket cost before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with 100+ insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage based on your location and specific plan. Browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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