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Whether you're in New York City or upstate, Headway connects you with 8,553 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.

Brooke Hatfield

Brooke Hatfield

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from New York University's Silver School of Social work. Prior to earning my master's degree, I studied Music Therapy and Psychology at Berklee College of Music. After finishing my undergraduate Degree at Berklee I worked as a Music Therapist at Children's Hospital Los Angeles and then worked for two years at an inpatient Psychiatric Hospital in LA. Working as a Music Therapist was fulfilling but left me feeling like I wanted to help get at the root of my client's trauma and have a deeper impact on their lives. After finishing my Master's I worked as a family therapist for a preventative program funded by Child Protective Services, I then transitioned to a group practice based in Brooklyn serving a diverse client caseload. I have now been working in private practice for over four years working primarily with women with complex trauma, anxiety, depression, perfectionism and body-image related issues.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Christine Knapp

Christine Knapp

Therapist

Virtual • Mineola, NY


“I have a psychoanalytic and strengths based and supportive approach. I support my clients to accomplish their goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tashai Surgeon

Tashai Surgeon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“My approach integrates both psychotherapy and medication management, allowing us to create a treatment plan that is personalized, holistic, and designed to support your overall well-being.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. John Castronova

Dr. John Castronova

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • East Norwich, NY


“My goal is to provide you with the insight and tools needed to address your challenges, reduce your stress and anxiety, and empower you to reach your authentic, higher self.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Kolodziejski

Kelly Kolodziejski

Therapist

Virtual • Liverpool, NY


“Feeling comfortable, safe, and connected to a therapist is not only your right, it's good treatment and my first priority.”
ADD/ADHD, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kate Mozer

Kate Mozer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Guided by my persistent and deep curiosity about the human condition, I now bring over 12 years of clinical experience to my work. Within a secure, collaborative therapeutic relationship, we work together to heal emotional wounds, strengthen inner resources, and integrate all parts of the Self—fostering a more meaningful, conscious engagement with the world.

My clients can expect emotional and psychological support, thoughtful insight and guidance, and skill-building, all in service of empowerment, growth and transformation.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Abenante

Christina Abenante

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My client's often tell me that therapy with me feels like talking with a friend only realizing after each session they're learning therapeutic techniques...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Dr. Leslie Pena-Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Her work experience in the field has encompassed several positions involving assessing and treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Viaud

Ashley Viaud

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves while working toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline McClave

Caroline McClave

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work is focused on competencies with the queer, LGBT, asexual, trans/non-binary, poly-amorous, ethically non-monogamous, relationship anarchy, and relationship communism communities, in a sex and body positive environment.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nelida Betancourt

Nelida Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I like to consider myself a Christian trauma therapist that specializes in all thing's trauma (childhood trauma, sexual abuse, family trauma, etc.).”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elissa Grunblatt

Elissa Grunblatt

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You will feel safe, comfortable, accepted for who you are and not judged. That is so important for you to trust the process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Martine Saintilus

Martine Saintilus

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to empower my clients to improve themselves by providing a space for healing, helping them to identify healthy coping skills, and address life stressors in a healthy.”
Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefania Maiorana

Stefania Maiorana

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Stefania Maiorana is a Licensed Professional Counselor. Stefania who sometimes goes by Steph has a wealth of experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. She understands complex family dynamics that can get quite stressful at times. She has years of experience working in a variety of settings such as in- home, outpatient, and school settings. She is passionate about the work she does and give each client she works with the time and attention they need to meet their goals.

Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marie Salimbeni

Dr. Marie Salimbeni

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New York and Texas with over 30 years of experience in mental health, substance abuse/misuse and have experience with first responder and military populations.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Uzma Khurshid

Uzma Khurshid

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal in therapy is to help the client obtain clarity and move forward with a sense of increased awareness and empowerment in their decision making.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Walters

Lauren Walters

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I like to include somatic practices such as breath work and movement as I believe we can not only work with thoughts but sensations as well.”
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elaine Stein

Elaine Stein

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I encourage clients to identify their goals and help them identify and explore challenges that may be both conscious and unconscious.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jhanelle Delisser

Jhanelle Delisser

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“When working with me, you will recognize that I am always encouraging you to learn how to trust your voice.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lena DeLeo

Lena DeLeo

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NY


“Bringing art-making into sessions can help with practicing skills, mindfulness, awareness, and emotional connectivity while you gain insight into your path to fulfillment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alyson Smith

Alyson Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in a personalized approach to best meet each of my clients' individual needs. I aim to empower you by teaching you a variety of skills including mindfulness, emotional regulation skills, and distress tolerance skills.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ayelet Stein

Ayelet Stein

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Monsey, NY


“With over ten years of experience in healthcare and board certified as a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I maintain a firm belief that life can be enjoyed despite trauma and mental illness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Bisignano

Karen Bisignano

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist, I realize that life's challenges can get in the way feeling connected to our lives and to our joys. Making the choice to seek therapy can be a difficult one and applaud you reaching out to do the work. I’ve been practicing for 7 years and my key focus working with all of my clients ages 18 to 99 is to help them achieve their best life.

Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Payne

Amanda Payne

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that therapy should be a collaborative space where clients feel empowered to explore, grow, and define their own paths to healing.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Anne Schultz

Anne Schultz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Empowerment is what I aim for. I always want my clients to feel like they can do for themselves the things we are doing together in session.”
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Frances Stincone

Frances Stincone

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I've learned no two people or situations are quite the same, yet we share a need for connection and to be heard.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kay McCoy

Kay McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a safe place, from the comfort of your own home, to share your your thoughts, feelings, fears, and as much of your personal story as you choose.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sofia Nivar

Sofia Nivar

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a space where you can come in and be completely authentically yourself without the need to censor your thoughts and feelings when expressing yourself.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Soong

Melissa Soong

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


Melissa specializes in working with people from many walks of life -from those that are just looking to become more aware of their internal patterns to those with specific goals. She has experience working in high stress environments, with clients who have issues related to mental health, substance use, trauma, and more. She is also passionate about helping those who are interested in cultivating leadership skills, managing the stress of challenging work environments, supervising staff and employee burnout prevention.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melisa DE LA Cruz

Melisa DE LA Cruz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brooklyn, NY


Hi, I’m Melisa, a licensed mental health counselor passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, using play therapy to foster expression and healing, while also supporting adults with issues like anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles.

If you're seeking support in overcoming life’s challenges, I’d be honored to work with you.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Deneen Asuncion

Deneen Asuncion

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My primary goal is to empower you to cultivate and maintain a healthy sense of emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elissa Dominianni

Elissa Dominianni

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Expect to feel empowered and confident with new and improved skills to make the changes you need to achieve your goals.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kara Valente

Kara Valente

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My treatment style is collaborative, and tailored to each individual's goals. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, and motivational interviewing approaches...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cheralyn Nemard

Cheralyn Nemard

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you; it's about uncovering your strengths, exploring what's holding you back, and building practical solutions that fit your unique life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cynthia Metzger

Cynthia Metzger

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I'm a seasoned clinical social worker licensed in New York and Florida who has worked with all ages. I have my Bachelor's degree from Russell Sage College Troy, New York in Sociology and Psychology. I received my Master's degree from The State University of New York at Albany with a focus on individual counseling. I've been a therapist for 16 years.

I specialize in depression, anxiety, PTSD,

obsessive compulsive disorder, addiction, panic attacks, trauma, grief and loss, geriatric issues, stress-related disorders, bipolar disorders and schizophrenia.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Kavoussi

Rebecca Kavoussi

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“My goal is to help you identify the hidden challenges and recurring patterns that might be holding you back from reaching your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I-Ting Cheng

I-Ting Cheng

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there! I’m a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I graduated from NYU Silver School of Social Work.

Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zakiyyah Peet

Zakiyyah Peet

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Syracuse, NY


“I am an Art Therapist and have worked with persons struggling with anxiety, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for over 15 years.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Elizabeth Ramjas

Dr. Elizabeth Ramjas

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


Coping with painful thoughts and feelings can be an overwhelming and lonely experience. However, you don’t have to manage these struggles alone. I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, OCD, and trauma, as well as working with caregivers struggling with anxiety, OCD, and trauma during pregnancy and the postpartum period.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Zuzanna Molenda

Zuzanna Molenda

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“She believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 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

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

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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